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Alex H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients
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Alex H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients
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Libertyville, IL

Highlights

Alex has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
38 years of experience

Pet care experience

Pet magnet seeks new furry friends

One of the first things people notice about me is how animals are drawn to me. For some reason I was the only person who could sit my cousin's dog, who wanted to bite everyone else. Odds are good your pet will make a new friend while you're away.

Cat care experience

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Even scaredy cats will meet me

Alex also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

6 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
38 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

My apartment has a very cat-friendly setup, though obviously most cats prefer staying on their own turf. For dogs, I'll need to come to you.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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22 ratings
Michael P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 14, 2026

By an anxious rescue dog, Scarlett was eventually able to warm up to Alex. Alex did a good job communicating with us while we were away. I felt reassured and had confidence in Alex being able to handle Scarlett‘s temperament.

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Dog Walking • Sep 03, 2026

Alex H. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.

Jonathan H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 26, 2026

Alex did a stellar job caring for my animals and housesitting for me while I was out of town for a couple of days. He was reliable, attentive, and followed instructions to a tee. He will definitely be my first choice next time I need a pet sitter!

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Marcelle F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 27, 2026

Alex was a lifesaver when I needed last-minute care for my cat. He was responsive, clearly experienced — even with quirky orange tabbies — and had basic supplies on hand so I didn’t have to tow clunky things like the litter box or a scratching post. I will definitely be a repeat client!

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Amanda L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 25, 2026

I am so thankful to have connected with Alex to care for my cat, Thomas! His house is perfect for a kitty and Thomas was instantly comfortable. Communication was great with updates and photos every day. Will definitely book with Alex again.

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Nicole P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 22, 2026

Alex worked with our one dog who was nervous around him at first. He spent a lot of time at our house with our two dogs while we were on vacation. When we came back our dogs were tired and happy.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I'm currently between full-time jobs, which gives me the flexibility to build my schedule to meet the needs of clients, whether it's just dropping in or a long-term stay.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Alex can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.