Claire C.
Claire C.
Contact for Boarding
from $44 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Daycare, Play & Personalized Care
Hi! 😊 I offer a calm, attentive, home-style boarding experience where your dog is treated like family—not just a guest. I intentionally keep bookings limited so each dog receives plenty of individual attention, structured walks, enrichment, and care tailored to their needs. I care for dogs of all ages, sizes, and personalities. Whether your dog enjoys playtime, mental stimulation, or simply relaxing in a low-stress environment, I adjust my care to help them feel comfortable and at home. For safety and comfort, dogs are kept separate by default. If you're comfortable with social interaction, please let me know. I carefully evaluate compatibility before introducing dogs, and all playtime is closely supervised. You'll receive regular photo updates, and I'm happy to accommodate routines, preferences, and special requests to make your dog's stay as comfortable as possible. 🐾 Health & Safety To help maintain a safe and healthy environment, I accept dogs who are up to date on core vaccinations, including Rabies and DHPP/DAPP. Bordetella is strongly encouraged for boarding and daycare. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out—I'm happy to help.
Cat care experience
Claire also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
My shiba Yuki had an amazing stay with Claire! He was spoiled with lots of backyard playtime and long walks. It’s always stressful traveling when I think about my dog but for the first time I had no worries about Yuki as I knew he was in great hands. Claire consistently sent updates throughout the day that made it my day to see him happy. Thank you so much for taking great care of my needy baby!
Claire was wonderful! She took the time to get to know our dog beforehand so he was comfortable during his stay, and was great at communicating both before and during his boarding. Her large fenced in yard is a big plus so our pup could get his energy out and use his nose to explore. We will definitely use her again!
Claire is a standout. She communicates timely and effectively, is polite and professional, organized and most importantly she is incredible with dogs. Claire documented walks including duration, route and distance, and meals including time, amount of food eaten by each dog. Her feedback on my dogs' personality traits was spot on as well, demonstrating her care and attention. I would wholeheartedly recommend Claire to anyone in need of a trustworthy sitter. THANK YOU, CLAIRE!
Claire was wonderful with Hazel (older dog) and Sam (older cat). This was the first time we used a pet care service and we were very fortunate to find Claire. She is thoughtful, kind, skilled with dogs and cats, and an excellent communicator. Hazel can be reactive to other dogs on walks; Claire was familiar with the ractive dogs and managed it with well. She also messaged us once a day while we were away with details and pictures. We have already booked with Claire again.
Fantastic and loving
First time using Rover and I have full confidence in Claire C. I have a senior dog with health issues so I’m always concerned but Claire allows me to relax and focus on my job. Her communication is perfect and ability to adjust to dogs needs are fantastic. I appreciate her. Highly recommend.
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Schedule
Pet care is a dedicated part of my routine. I maintain a flexible, well-planned schedule that allows me to provide consistent, timely care for each pet. I currently care for a high-energy Shiba who requires 3–4 hours of daily activity and multiple outdoor breaks throughout the day. Because of this, I am committed to going out in most weather conditions and do not skip walks or bathroom breaks. In colder weather, I also adapt by using indoor environments like pet-friendly stores to maintain engagement. This routine allows me to confidently manage active dogs while ensuring structure, exercise, and balance throughout the day.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I prioritize a calm, structured, and closely supervised environment. I rescued and nursed my first Shiba Inu from just 10–15 days old, and raised a German Shepherd who grew up alongside him about a year apart, giving me hands-on experience with different breeds, temperaments, and developmental stages. In addition, I have experience working with horses and caring for large aquatic species such as arowana (“dragon fish”), which has strengthened my awareness of animal behavior, environmental needs, and attentive, consistent care. My current dog is well socialized with both large and small dogs and demonstrates the ability to adjust his play style, pace, and energy appropriately to match each dog’s size and temperament. He has a calm, confident temperament that can help younger or more reserved dogs feel more comfortable in new environments. Due to his high prey drive, I use multiple GPS trackers and a vibration recall device as added safety measures, which reflects my proactive and safety-first approach to pet care. For safety, I provide constant supervision and do not leave dogs unattended together. I prioritize controlled introductions, close monitoring, and adjust interactions based on each dog’s individual comfort level and pace. I offer a secure environment with access to a fenced backyard in the north suburbs, as well as safe outdoor options in the southwest suburbs, including enclosed dog park spaces. Note:💉 For the comfort and well-being of all pets in my care, I kindly ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccinations before booking, including Rabies and DHPP/DAPP (Distemper, Hepatitis/Adenovirus, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza). Bordetella is especially appreciated for boarding and daycare, since it helps reduce the risk of kennel cough in social environments. In busy periods, I may prioritize dogs who are fully up to date on Bordetella to help keep the group environment as safe and healthy as possible. If you’re unsure about your dog’s vaccination status, feel free to reach out anytime—I’m happy to help
Pets
A typical day
I provide daily dog care with 3-4 walks in most weather conditions, adjusting the length of each walk to suit the dog's physical ability, and feed 2–3 times a day according to their needs.