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Donelle M.

Palos Heights, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
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Donelle can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Availability

I am retired and very active. I walk daily at our local lake and usually walk 2 miles.It is very pet friendly. I have met so many long lasting friends there, both 2 and 4 legged.

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About Donelle M.

Communication

26 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard. I am retired and an empty nester. My children live abroad and visit annually. I am very close with a family with 2 young boys aged 8 and 9 who are occasional visitors.

Home

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

Information Donelle M. would like to know about your pet

My preference are breeds that do well on a leash. In the past 5 years I have had senior citizen dogs. I have no problem providing them with a quiet and safe place while you are away. Potty trained only.

A typical day

I walk daily at my local nature preserve usually 2 spins around the lake which is 1 mile each lap.It is very dog friendly as are the people who frequent it. It is perfect for a socially adjusted pooch.Good leash walkers need only only apply.

Location

Palos Heights, IL

Donelle M.'s Neighborhood

Retired Empty Nester fenced in yard

Pet care experience

This is the first time in my life that I have not had a dog. I lost my beloved Yorkie in April of 2021.I am retired and have a bucket list of Vacations on the horizon....but house seems so empty without a 4 legged friend.

Reviews

Amy B.
Boarding • Mar 07, 2026
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Donelle is the best! She loves dogs and has the perfect environment for them to thrive. Our two younger pups were with her for an extended period and loved it. She and her Son cared for them as their own. We received updates / pics frequently. They made new doggy friends and came home happy. What more can you ask for?

Troy F.
Boarding • Feb 17, 2026
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Awesome Sitter! Accommodated my last minute booking for the holiday… Definitely highly recommended

Michael W.
Boarding • Feb 07, 2026
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Excellent with Penny. She loves Donelle’s house.

Jared M.
Boarding • Feb 02, 2026
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Donelle was a great sitter!

About Donelle M.

Communication

26 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard. I am retired and an empty nester. My children live abroad and visit annually. I am very close with a family with 2 young boys aged 8 and 9 who are occasional visitors.

Home

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

Information Donelle M. would like to know about your pet

My preference are breeds that do well on a leash. In the past 5 years I have had senior citizen dogs. I have no problem providing them with a quiet and safe place while you are away. Potty trained only.

A typical day

I walk daily at my local nature preserve usually 2 spins around the lake which is 1 mile each lap.It is very dog friendly as are the people who frequent it. It is perfect for a socially adjusted pooch.Good leash walkers need only only apply.

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Donelle M.

Palos Heights, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews