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Emily M.

Star Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
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Services

Emily can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I work from home the majority of the time so I will be able to spend lots of time with your pet! I do some local travel for work but try not to schedule pet-sitting when I have a lot of travel coming up.

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About Emily M.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
30% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will try to follow whatever makes you more comfortable! I want to make the transition as seamless as possible for your pets. I can crate dogs if needed but am also happy to let them roam if that is what you normally do. I will adjust to your dog's normal routine.

Information Emily M. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if there is anything that your dog is sensitive/reactive to, i.e. loud noise, men, etc. I'd love to know anything you're willing to share about your pup!

A typical day

I love going for walks when the weather permits and I'm always game for a good round of tug o war with the dogs I'm watching!

Location

Chicago, IL

Emily M.'s Neighborhood

Emily M. has Star Sitter status

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

Will choose dogs over people always

Pet care experience

I am totally dog obsessed! I grew up with black labs and am a total sucker for any and all dogs. I started dog sitting in high school and have loved being able to help make sure your pet is comfortable and taken care of when you are out of town. I have taken care of young dogs to senior dogs, including administering meds and working with rescue pups who have special requirements due to previous traumatic experiences. I can't wait to meet your furbaby!

Reviews

Kris R.
Drop-In Visits • juin 17, 2026
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emily was wonderful and took great care of Lucy!

Jenna L.
House Sitting • juin 10, 2026
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I knew Emily was ten best choice for my Henry as soon as I met her and i wasn’t wrong. I have a 12 year old lab mix and have been worried about leaving him in the care of anyone outside of my family. She took such good care of my guy- she checked in with me a couple of times but was able to navigate everything else with ease. Would request Emily again in the future

Matt S.
House Sitting • juin 04, 2026
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Emily was great. Responsive to texts and let us know immediately when she had a question or needed clarification.

Peter B.
House Sitting • mai 03, 2026
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Emily spent three days and two nights with our pets, and she "checked all the boxes," which included administering medications, sending photos, and asking questions when an elderly cat's quirks proved worrisome. We highly recommend her, and hope she's available the next time we go away. Plus, she's a genuinely nice person!

About Emily M.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
30% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will try to follow whatever makes you more comfortable! I want to make the transition as seamless as possible for your pets. I can crate dogs if needed but am also happy to let them roam if that is what you normally do. I will adjust to your dog's normal routine.

Information Emily M. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if there is anything that your dog is sensitive/reactive to, i.e. loud noise, men, etc. I'd love to know anything you're willing to share about your pup!

A typical day

I love going for walks when the weather permits and I'm always game for a good round of tug o war with the dogs I'm watching!

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Emily M.

Star Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews