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Gail B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients
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Gail B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients
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Uptown, chicago, IL

Contact for House Sitting

from $64 per night

Highlights

Gail has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
27 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Retired Dog and Cat Lover

My experience comes from being a devoted pet parent to my dog, Scout, who passed in 2021 at the age of 16. I took him in straight off the street, and although he initially struggled with leash aggression and severe separation anxiety, we worked through both with patience and love. Scout grew into a funny, smart, and active companion. I also rescued my cat Sophie in 1998, and we shared 13 wonderful years together. These experiences have shaped my understanding of pets with unique needs and the deep bond that comes from caring for them.

Cat care experience

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Retired Cat Lover

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

Qualifications

22 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
27 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

As a fellow condo owner, I understand how important it is to follow Association rules, unit‑owner requirements, and household expectations. The same care applies in apartments and single‑family homes. When I’m caring for pets in a client’s home, I’m always respectful of their space and the guidelines they set.

Ratings and reviews

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Kelli P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 17, 2026

Gail was kind and sent wonderful updates! Would definitely recommend her for your pet sitting.

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Emily O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 13, 2026

Gail watched both our dog and cat for the weekend and had frequent updates with cute pictures!

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Jack J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 06, 2026

Gail does a great job with our puppy Winston! He loves having her watch him

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Anna G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 26, 2026

Gail watched my 3 dogs overnight for 5 days. She took good care of them and they are happy to see her.

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Abbisree Saadhvi M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 16, 2026

Gail, was very easy to work with. She took extra care of Luka. She updated us throughout day with photos. She made us feel at ease when away. Would 100% recommend her. Luka was very happy with her! So glad we chose Gail to look after Luka while we were away!

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Sean & John D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 11, 2026

Gail did a great job taking care of Freddie- the house was left very clean and lots of updates and photos throughout the weekend. Felt super confident that he was well cared for :)

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Because I’m retired, my schedule is very flexible. I typically work out 3–4 times a week and may have occasional appointments or outings, but I’m rarely gone for more than 4–5 hours at a time. Some days I don’t leave at all, depending on the weather and my plans. Your pets will always have a dependable, consistent presence in the home.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Gail can host up to 1 pet per night
Please let me know about any special needs your pets have, including medications or supplements. It’s also helpful to understand what may trigger them on walks, how they handle rain or snow, and whether they experience separation anxiety. Clear instructions for their daily care, along with emergency contacts — especially their veterinarian — ensure I can keep them safe, comfortable, and well‑supported. I do not accept unruly or aggressive pets.
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.