House Sitting Lincolnwood
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“Katherine was the absolute best! I felt so comfortable leaving my fur babies with her and she did an amazing job keeping me updated with photos and notes. I’ll use her again for sure!”
“Josephine is WONDERFUL. Highly recommend. My dog Bodhi loved spending a few days with her. She is communicative, sends lovely pictures, and takes amazing care of your dog. I will be a repeated customer, if she will have us ;)”
“Our pup was in good hands with Renee. We have an anxious dog who doesn't do well with boarding, so it was essential to find someone to stay with her in our home. Renee took good care of her and the house, and provided lots of updates for us so that we could enjoy vacation knowing all was well back home. I would recommend her without reservation.”
“Anana took wonderful care of my dogs. Communication between us was excellent and my dogs were clearly taken excellent care of while I was away She also left my house in perfect condition. Highly recommend.”
“Alex was great! She was very accommodating on a fairly short notice. She came and met our dog and home ahead of time to get the hang of our place and routine. There was one need for problem solving while away, but she worked with me from afar to work on the best care and plan for my pup. My neighbors talked to her and thought she was great and got along great with our local neighbors and the neighborhood pets on walks with our dog (she is kind of a local celebrity, our dog but Alex too). She gave me daily updates with photos, but nothing overwhelming that I felt distracted on my vacation. Very grateful and looking to book her again.”
“Andrew did a great job with my pooches. I think they didn’t even miss me after three days being gone. He was very quick to respond and was great with the communication. The dogs instantly took to him when they met him. Would definitely use his services again.”
“After moving our very needy German Shepherd from Australia to Chicago and having no local support to care for him, the notion of a 2 week trip back home was impossible. The stress at the idea of leaving our boy with a stranger was enormous, especially since we had never done anything like that before. We left our boy, and our home, in Adams care for 15 days. Upon our return, we found a beautiful clean home and a very happy doggo, who seemed to love his new friend more than us! Adam sent regular photos and text updates as to how things were going which helped greatly relieving our worry while abroad. We are thrilled to have found him, and will very happily use him again soon so we can finally take a holiday and know we're leaving our pup in great hands. Thankyou again Adam!”
“Once again Andre is the best! He keeps us updated throughout the day and send us the best pictures of boys :) We had a last minute change to the departure time for our trip and he was super flexible and kind as well! Looking forward to working with him again!”
“Keeley was an amazing sitter. Sent so many pictures and updates and truly just loved on our pet with cuddles, car rides and great walks and playtime. Left the house clean and tidy and was just a pleasure to work with. Will be rebooking her soon!”
“Emily was so wonderful. My Bruno was very anxious and had GI issues all week. Emily handled everything like a champ. She was attentive and responsive. She communicated frequently and sent lots of pictures. Plus more when we asked. I would ABSOLUTELY book again. In fact I already have booked again”
“Jenna is great! She was very responsive and our dog loved her. When we got home, it was obvious that he has been well taken care of and enjoyed his time with Jenna. Would very highly recommend!”
“Tessa was great with our dog Charlie while we were away for several days, making sure he had walks each day, spending time with him, sending us pictures, and looking after our house and yard. When we returned home, it was clear Charlie had been well-cared for, as he wasn't at all anxious or overly-"clingy," as he has been in the past after separation for a few days. We'd highly recommend Tessa.”
“Joey took exceptional care of our two kitties- sending tons of videos daily and giving them lots of play and hang time. It was evident right away that our kitties weren’t stressed at all while we were gone and they had a great time with Joey. We would ask him back anytime!!”
“I can’t say enough good things about Veronika!! The day before we were going on a week long vacation, our dog got an eye infection and we couldn’t do boarding. Veronika came over for a meet and greet the same day and made us feel really comfortable leaving Mila with medication and love to heal. She sent us the best pictures with daily updates and you could just see how happy Mila was with her. I highly recommend Veronika to anyone who needs a trusted person in their home for a needy dog!”
“Tammy is an amazing sitter, my pup Toby had a great time with her! She helped us out in an emergency/last minute situation and we are so grateful to have found her.”
“Drew was great! Great communication, dogs are happy and healthy!!! House looks great, he did the bedding and the dishes that he didn't have to do. He sent pictures daily which we really appreciated!! Thanks Drew for taking care of our dogs!”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Lincolnwood is $50
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Jessica always goes above and beyond for our three kitties while house sitting. Jessica has great communication, leaves our house in pristine condition, and sends us photos/videos every day. Our kitties are happy, healthy, & comfortable with Jessica and upon our return. We really trust her and would recommend!
Patrick stayed at our house for eight nights with our dog. He left the place immaculate. Our dog was excited for us to come home but not desperate, like she has been with other sitters. He was responsive with all requests and sent frequent pictures. I trust that my dog had a great time with Patrick and we'll definitely use his services in the future.
Emily was so wonderful. My Bruno was very anxious and had GI issues all week. Emily handled everything like a champ. She was attentive and responsive. She communicated frequently and sent lots of pictures. Plus more when we asked. I would ABSOLUTELY book again. In fact I already have booked again
Sophie was absolutely wonderful with my cat, Gretel! Gretel is very shy around strangers, incredibly particular, and usually keeps her distance from anyone new, so I was naturally a little nervous leaving her. Sophie was so patient, kind, and respectful of Gretel’s boundaries, and it really showed. She sent regular updates and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. By the end of the stay, Gretel had actually warmed up to her—a huge accomplishment and something that doesn’t happen often! It was clear Sophie took the time to earn her trust instead of forcing interactions. I’m so grateful for the care and attention she gave Gretel. I came home to a happy, well-cared-for kitty, and I wouldn’t hesitate to book Sophie again. Highly recommend!
This was our first time with Alex and it was a wonderful experience. She housesit for our Doodle and she was super responsive, provided great updates and pics and left our place in great shape! Tess was more than well looked after and had a great time with Alex. Would highly recommend!
Bishop is super communicative, responsive, trustworthy, and a lovely person all around. I received plenty of extremely cute pics of my pets and they loved her immediately. Bishop was kind and understanding about a pee incident that happened, and was flexible when an obstacle came up with my travel plans. Not to mention, the house was neat as a pin upon my return and they even took out the trash and watered my plant. Bishop really thought of everything! I highly recommend and would def book again.
Frankie house sat for my dog for four nights and was phenomenal. She was very attentive to my dog's behaviors and needs and both communicated with me and took appropriate action combining both her initiative and my instruction. As it turns out, Frankie also has a love for birds which she directed towards my cockatiel even though she didn't have to. It was a very nice bonus. I have to believe that had there been any major issues, Frankie was the gal to handle it. Also respectful of my property/ belongings. So if you need to get out of Chicago for a while and don't want to worry about your pooch's well being, Frankie is your sitter.
Claude house-sat and took care of our three doggos for five nights, and everything went amazingly! The communication and photos were great, and they just made us feel comfortable throughout the process. They also watered our garden and did other above-and-beyond tasks. We’ll definitely use them again!
Sofia is a dog whisperer and goes above and beyond! Our anxious pittie has never been so comfortable while we're away. Wallace is not low maintenance and Sofia stepped up to the plate. She was great at administering Wallace's different medications. She also brought him on walks, which is a challenge with an oversized stroller to push his 70lb butt when his arthritis pain kicks in. Sofia was also good at caring for our home and just overall keeping Wallace company pretty much the whole time we were away. We highly recommend Sofia and hope to work with her again soon!
Jo was fantastic with our older doggo. This was our first time leaving our dog since she began needing medication and special handling, and Jo made us feel so reassured. Jo was attentive and detailed oriented with medication, feeding, and potty instructions. She also went above and beyond for our girl who’s anxious during thunderstorms and fireworks. Jo was very respectful of our house by keeping it tidy, and was extremely responsive and flexible while we were away. We look forward to having Jo watch our girl again in the future and would highly recommend her!
Kelso made me feel at ease while watching my chihuahua, Selena, while I was out of town. I was very nervous having someone new come in that I didn’t know seeing as my ex always watched my dog for me in the past. This was my first time hiring someone. She gave me updates with pictures and videos that I loved! Great communication throughout the stay. Selena enjoyed her company as well and I will definitely use her in the future as long as she is available! 10/10 would recommend her to anyone I know looking for a sitter. Thanks kelso!
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The average cost for House Sitting in Lincolnwood on Rover is $53.5 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of House 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 House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of July 2026, there are 8,002 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Lincolnwood. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:
- Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Lincolnwood walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.
It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Lincolnwood maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:
- Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
- Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
- Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.
Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!
Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Lincolnwood choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!
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.
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 .
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, 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.
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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Lincolnwood. On Rover:
- 93% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 96% 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.
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