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Hans H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Hans H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Chicago, IL

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $13 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
15 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Keep your pets safe and active

Since I was young, I have always taken responsibility for caring for animals and understand how important it is to find someone you can truly trust with your pets. My experience includes feeding, grooming, exercising, pet sitting, providing companionship, and comforting animals while their owners are away. I have experience caring for puppies and young dogs, including keeping them active, providing appropriate attention, and redirecting unwanted behaviors with patience and consistency. I understand that every animal has a different personality and needs, and I take the time to learn their routines, preferences, and boundaries. I also have experience caring for senior pets and understand that they often require extra patience, attention, and assistance. I have administered medication when needed and am comfortable helping older or less-mobile pets get around, including carrying them when necessary. Above all, I treat every pet as an individual and care for them as if they were my own. I want owners to feel confident that their pets are safe, comfortable, loved, and receiving the attention they deserve while they are away. I am dependable, attentive, and happy to provide regular updates and photos so you can have peace of mind while you're gone.

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
83% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I care for each pet according to their individual routine, personality, and needs. In a client's home, I follow their established feeding, walking, medication, exercise, and bedtime routines as closely as possible so their pets feel comfortable and secure while their owner is away. I make sure pets receive plenty of attention, playtime, exercise, and companionship, while also respecting their need for rest and personal space. For senior pets or pets with special needs, I provide extra patience and assistance with mobility, medications, and other care instructions. With puppies and younger dogs, I provide structured activity, supervision, and positive redirection when needed. I also keep the home clean and safe, make sure pets have fresh food and water, and pay close attention to any changes in their behavior or health. I am happy to send regular updates and photos so owners know how their pets are doing and can feel confident that they are being well cared for.

Ratings and reviews

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Schedule

Pet care fits very naturally into my daily and weekly routine. I have a flexible schedule that allows me to dedicate plenty of time to caring for pets rather than trying to fit them into a busy work schedule. I am available for walks, drop-in visits, sitting, feeding, exercise, and overnight care depending on the pet's needs. I enjoy spending time with animals and am comfortable building my day around their routines. I am reliable about maintaining feeding, medication, exercise, and bedtime schedules, and I make sure pets receive consistent attention and companionship throughout the day. My flexible schedule also allows me to provide extra time and care for puppies, senior pets, or animals that need more frequent attention.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Hans can host up to 6 drop-ins per day
Before caring for a pet, I like to know their daily routine, feeding schedule, exercise needs, personality, and any behaviors or triggers I should be aware of. It is also important for me to know about any medications, allergies, medical conditions, dietary restrictions, or special needs. I would also like to know how they interact with other animals and people, how they behave on walks, what commands they know, and what helps them feel comfortable when their owner is away. I ask for emergency contact and veterinarian information as well. Most importantly, I want to know what makes each pet happy and comfortable. Every animal is different, and having this information ahead of time allows me to provide safe, attentive, and personalized care.
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.