Profile image

Crystal M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
123 repeat clients
Profile image

Crystal M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
123 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $50 per night

Highlights

Crystal has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Uptown📍Your Pup’s Favorite Pillow

Hello! I am a new homeowner on Lawrence and Kenmore using Rover as a deterrent of adopting my own pup. With working remote I’ve began hosting doggy daycare so frequently have 2-3 pups a day. If you need a boarding with no other dogs present I can certainly make that happen (with an up charge). If your family has more than one dog I will accept a second at no additional cost for overnight boardings. I’m single with no children or pets of my own so your pooch will have my undivided attention. I’m well versed with Yorkies but can confidently watch dogs of all shapes, sizes* and ages (senior dogs melt my heart). I enjoy walking and bathing pups as well as lazy nights on the couch with unlimited treats as permitted. I will follow strict diets and provide medication as needed. I’m a homebody who’s available most weekends and work M-F 8-5 at Baird & Warner in the Loop (update: working from home since March 2020). I am 35 years old and originally from southern Ohio but I’ve lived in Chicago over 10 years. In my free time I enjoy watching football and basketball, volunteering around the city, playing board games, seeing live shows, cooking, and listening to country music. I can provide photos of my home upon request. You can learn more about me from my Instagram Merrittc2 *Wednesday evenings from September to June I am tutoring in Roger’s Park roughly 5:30-8:30pm* Puptown’s #1 dog nanny - I genuinely love dog boarding and can't wait to meet my next furry friend:) Fully vaccinated💉 • If you or anyone you know is struggling for their next meal please visit: https://www.lasagnalove .org/request I am permanently working from home Monday through Friday from 9 to 5 so can easily and enjoyably watch your cats or dogs throughout the day! I have a fenced in yard, one traditional metal crate, 2 soft sided pop up tents (dogs love them!) and 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms so can easily keep dogs separated as needed. I have most male dogs wear a belly wrap to prevent spraying, let me know if that’s not okay.

Qualifications

123 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
stars
327 ratings
Christina S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 19, 2026

Crystal is an amazing dog sitter! She takes such great care of my dog and always makes sure she’s happy, safe, and well cared for. I have complete peace of mind knowing my dog is with her. I highly recommend Crystal to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and trustworthy pet sitter!

Profile image
Camille K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 08, 2026

Crystal is the best! We had her for our last cat and she took great care of our recent foster fails. Thank you for keeping our boys entertained while we were away

Profile image
Profile image
Page H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 07, 2026

Crystal took my last-minute request after a family emergency and did a fabulous job taking care of Monty. She was responsive and I felt totally comfortable leaving Monty with her. I’ll definitely be asking her to sit again!

Profile image
Diego C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 05, 2026

Crystal was amazing, she was super flexible and understanding with the pickup and drop off. She clearly took really good care of the dogs. Sending us pictures and videos everyday. Our dogs seemed to have a really great time with her. I would not hesitate to book her again for another long stay.

Profile image
Profile image
Kelly S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 18, 2026

Crystal does a great job with our dog Milo, and she has been so considerate and accommodating of our schedule! She is our go-to dog sitter!

Profile image
Brian P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • May 17, 2026

Crystal's great! Definitely recommend.

Profile image

Calendar and availability

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
SMTWTFS

Schedule

I permanently work from home so can be with your pet all day and very flexible with pick up and drop off days and hours.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard and several rooms for pups to see safe and relaxed if they want alone time away from other pets.

A typical day

Taking walks to Puptown beach, baths and pampering, unlimited cuddles, playing fetch in the yard, tons of photo shoots, and splitting a rotisserie chicken together.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Crystal can host up to 10 pets per night
Some questions I have for your pup are; Dietary restrictions/allergies? Good with kids? Good with strangers? Good with dogs? Chewer? Crate trained? Like baths? Sprayer? Give treats? Walk time/frequency/distance? Play fetch? Use pee pads? Any cuts, bumps, wounds? Afraid of thunder? Separation anxiety? Know any words? Flea protected? Need medication? Fully vaccinated for dogs? Up to date on shots for puppies?
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.