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Dawn P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Dawn P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Bolingbrook, IL

Highlights

Dawn has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
40 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Energetic Grandma!

I work hybrid which means sometimes from home, sometimes in the office. I have taking care of animals since I was 18 years old, friends and family depend on me to care for their furry children. I would be honored to assist your family with whatever your needs are. I do have two cats of my own. They usually stay upstairs during doggy visits. When I work in my office, I am mainly available on weekends or for drop in visits before and after work. When your pet stays with me, you can expect 3-4 walks per day (weather permitting), lots of attention, playtime and interaction. I will treat your pet like a family member!

Cat care experience

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Catlady to the Rescue!

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

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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35 ratings
Elizabeth J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 25, 2026

Dawn was so great with Gus, our year old pup. Communicative, kind, and he loved being there.

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Suzy G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 02, 2026

We absolutely love the care and attention Dawn gives to our beast when we're away. I'm at ease when on vacation - knowing Dawn is looking after my Sharpie! She is the BEST!

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Steven T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Sep 30, 2026

DAWN WAS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING !!! IT WAS SO NICE FOR ME AND MY WIFE TO KNOW THAT DAWN WAS AT OUR HOUSE EVERYDAY FOR AN HOUR WITH OUR 2 CATS, AND THAT THEY HAD COMPANY EVERYDAY ! WE JUST LOVED THE ALL PICTURES, THAT DAWN SENT US EVERDAY. IT WAS SO NICE WAKING UP EVERY MORNING ON OUR VACATION, AND LOOKING AT OUR LITTLE GUCCI AND BABY ELVIS PICTURES FROM THE DAY BEFORE ! DAWN IS VERY TRUSTWORTHY AND VERY HONEST. YOU 'ALL BE HONEST TOO WHEN BOOKING DAWN. TELL HER ALL ABOUT YOUR PETS SPECIAL NEEDS OR ISSUES BEFORE YOU BOOK HER. SHE DESERVES THAT !

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cindy c.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Sep 19, 2026

she is the really looks after your pets

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Carl H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Sep 05, 2026

Dawn was great with Zephyr as always! She’s super reliable and dependable.

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R H.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 26, 2026

Dawn was great. She made sure that she saw the cats even though they didn’t want to see her. Took care of everything as needed.

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Schedule

I currently work full time in an office so I am mainly available on weekends or for drop in visits before and after work. I'm available during the day for up to 30 minutes per visit for drop ins, longer in the evenings. I am also available on weekends.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I will be very respectful of your home and your property, as well as your privacy. If you choose for your pet to spend time in my home, it is very animal friendly. We have lots of toys as well as a fully fenced in backyard.

Pets

A typical day

I have lots of toys at my home to play with and connect with your animal. I also have a fully fenced in yard as well as a large park near my home where we can run around and enjoy the new environment. Weather permitting, I usually take them on 3-4 walks per day. Dogs are permitted on the couch in my home however if you do not allow it, just let me know.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Dawn can host up to 2 pets per night
Let me know if there are things your pet does not like or is triggered by something. If your pet has special needs, has separation anxiety or requires medication, please let me know ahead of time so I can commit the proper amount of time.
Boarding
in the sitter's home
$65per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
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.