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Alex W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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Alex W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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Near North Side, Chicago, IL

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
18 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Caring for Pets Like Family

I’ve taken care of my friends, family’s, and neighborhood cats and dogs since I was 16 years old. I am on a pre-medical track and if it wasn’t for my course load I would most likely have my own cats and dogs. I am kind, outgoing, responsible, and reliable. I also have a code for $20 off your first visit with Rover upon request!

Cat care experience

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Your cat’s new favorite human

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

Qualifications

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

There is a fenced yard in my apartment building as well as two amazing dog parks near me that are perfect for playing fetch and walking around! My neighborhood is extremely walkable and safe. I love walking on the lakefront on a nice day. I don’t have pets of my own right now, but I love all animals and can’t wait to meet yours!

Ratings and reviews

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17 ratings
Ayliana M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 06, 2026

Alex was so great! Communicative, caring, and gave lots of attention to Boba :) we will be using her again for sure.

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Emily V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 26, 2026

We love Alex! She is so good to my dogs and sends the best pictures and notes. We can’t recommend her enough!

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Julie S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 15, 2026

Alex was a wonderful pet sitter for my cat! My cat is usually very shy with new people, but by the end of Alex’s first visit, she already felt comfortable enough to come out from under the couch, which I took as a great sign 😊 She followed all of my care instructions, was very responsive, and provided updates after each check-in. I felt at ease while away and would love to book with her again!

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Emily T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 01, 2026

Alex was amazing with Wrigley! She provided tons of updates and pictures, asked great questions beforehand, and made sure he was completely comfortable. He had the best time. I felt so at ease knowing he was in such good hands. Highly recommend!!

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Emily V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Feb 19, 2026

Alex is absolutely incredible. This is the second time she’s walked my dog, and it’s clear my dog adores her. You can see it in every photo and video she sends — the excitement and the happy energy. Alex truly treats my dog like her own, with so much care, attention, and love.

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Emily V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Feb 01, 2026

Absolutely recommend Alex as a dog walker! I scheduled her day of and she was fantastic from start to finish. My dog instantly loved her, which says everything. Alex sent photos and a video of them having the best time together, and she really got my dog’s zoomies out. She was so loving and attentive, and it gave me total peace of mind. I’m incredibly grateful and will 100% be booking her again

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am a full time student so I am available for house sitting on weekdays and weekends. My classes are online so I’m always at home and love to take frequents breaks outside going on long walks or runs! I will make sure to give your pet lots of attention and exercise when I am with them.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Alex can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
I would love to know if your dog is social or if they are anxious around other animals and/or people. I will always make sure your animals are in a safe environment and will cater to their individual needs. Tell me about your animals favorite treats, spots to scratch, and their favorite things to do during the daytime.
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.