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Brian W.

Star Sitter

Northlake, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
77 reviews
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Services

Brian can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only one pet owner at a time

Brian can look after

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I work from home doing dog walking, drop in visits, and boarding on Rover. I typically leave for up to 6 hours a day, but that is usually broken up into 2 hour blocks so I have plenty of time to provide love and care for your pups. My calendar is updated daily for 2 weeks out at a time.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Brian W.

Communication

21 repeat pet owners
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Our home is pet friendly, as well as smoke and pesticide free. The only pet we have in our house is an axolotl named Cypher. We have a large yard with a privacy fence that's prefect for when your pup gets the zoomies. We are also close by a park that has a fantastic path perfect for going on walks. We only board pups from one home at a time to ensure their safety and provide the best possible care.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Brian W. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pup has any behaviors or special needs that I can account for. Some examples would be: Does your dog have any allergies or take any medicanion? Are they an escape artist or like to steal food off the table? Do they have any guarding behavior or are reactive to anything?

A typical day

A typical day during a boarding stay with us includes frequent potty breaks, plenty of pets, and affection. They get to roam and explore a large yard. The more active pups will get to go on walks and have play time to get out some of that energy. While the less active pups can cuddle up on the couch and relax.

Location

Northlake, IL

Brian W.'s Local Area

Brian W. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter programme highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet owners to find the best care for their pets.

We love all dogs big and small!

Pet care experience

I've been taking care of pets ever since I was a kid. Growing up my house was always like a pet store, we had everything from cats and dogs to ferrets and macaws. Family, friends, and neighbors would always ask me to watch, feed, and walk their pets. Following my passion for pets I spent the last 7 years working as the companion animal lead at both petco and petsmart. There I gained a wealth of knowledge of pet health and wellness. It also gave me hands on experience working with pets that have special physical or medical needs.

Reviews

Jiri K.
Drop-In Visits • May 28, 2026
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Good job. No complains by my cat.

Elizabeth H.
Boarding • May 19, 2026
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Took great care of our pups and sent daily updates of how they were doing. Was very thorough in learning about our pups needs during the meet and greet. I knew our dogs would be in great hands.

Leia & Larry P.
Drop-In Visits • May 18, 2026
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Brian did an excellent job as usual checking on our cat while we were away and making sure that everything was in order. He took the time to play and interact with her, give her treats, and change her food and water. We are super appreciative of you Brian!

Michelle f.
Boarding • Apr 22, 2026
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Brian dog sat for London our pittie mix. She is a sweet girl but is high energy and has reactivity issues on walks. She can be very clingy as well so a special home is needed. Brian fit what we were looking for when we left town for 5 days. She was well cared for and we got updates from Brian with a photo to let us know she was doing fine.

About Brian W.

Communication

21 repeat pet owners
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Our home is pet friendly, as well as smoke and pesticide free. The only pet we have in our house is an axolotl named Cypher. We have a large yard with a privacy fence that's prefect for when your pup gets the zoomies. We are also close by a park that has a fantastic path perfect for going on walks. We only board pups from one home at a time to ensure their safety and provide the best possible care.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Brian W. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pup has any behaviors or special needs that I can account for. Some examples would be: Does your dog have any allergies or take any medicanion? Are they an escape artist or like to steal food off the table? Do they have any guarding behavior or are reactive to anything?

A typical day

A typical day during a boarding stay with us includes frequent potty breaks, plenty of pets, and affection. They get to roam and explore a large yard. The more active pups will get to go on walks and have play time to get out some of that energy. While the less active pups can cuddle up on the couch and relax.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass an identity verification. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support and reimbursement for eligible vet care.
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Brian W.

Star Sitter

Northlake, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
77 reviews