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Heather K.

Irving Park, Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
55 reviews
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Services

Heather can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat

Heather 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 for Rover fulltime, so I am always here. I have enough space, and gates to keep 3-5 dogs at a time, if the family is comfortable with other friendly dogs being in the same house with them. I walk all separately unless they are from the same family or the dogs are really good friends. We take about 5-6 walks a day around the neighborhood ranging between 20-30 minutes depending on the weather of the season, and even have a deck with a piece of “grass” where older pets can use the restroom easily or if it is raining, for a quick potty break.

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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Heather K.

Communication

21 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We have water in every room of the house, we love to give treats, have crates and gates for alone time if needed, and there is always an opportunity to sunbathe in our house or on our deck.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Heather K. would like to know about your pet

I prefer mostly to know their typical walking habits, any medications they may take, preferred sleeping arrangements, are they allowed on couches and beds, and most importantly, are they dog, cat, and kid/people friendly?

A typical day

I am a huge fan of both high and low energy dogs. I can keep up with play time or nap all day. Sometimes I can accomplish both in one day! I adore my neighborhood. It has the best gardens to stop at, and the dogs have a great time sniffing about too! A win win!

Location

Chicago, IL

Heather K.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Fur babies welcome!

Pet care experience

I have been a house and pet sitter since High School while working at a vet’s office and all throughout college and many years after. I love a good pet therapy session to keep stress levels down for me and the animal. I have two cats of my own and know how important it is for them to get interacted with throughout the day when we aren’t around, as well as when we have our own overnight commitments to attend. I would be honored to get to spend a little time with your fur baby when needed! I am a fun loving, easy going, and pet (and treat) giving cat mom who loves both cats and dogs! I can’t wait to meet all the incredibly adorable animals possible through this opportunity. I am quite the stimulating pet parent! My cats even knows some commands and tricks. We love some treat giving, toy searching, and you playing in my house!

Reviews

Grace D.
Drop-In Visits • May 25, 2026
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Heather is the goat

Catherine F.
House Sitting • Apr 11, 2026
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Heather was great. Finnegan and Lloyd were well cared for. She gave daily updates and reached out when she had questions. We were very happy with the experience. Heather left the house very clean too.

Grace D.
House Sitting • Mar 26, 2026
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Heather is the loveliest human and takes such great care of both my dog and my house! I feel so lucky to have found her! Thank you for everything Heather! - Grace the human and Margot the dog

Michaela S.
House Sitting • Mar 03, 2026
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Heather was an amazing Petsitter and I would book her again in a heartbeat! She was extremely communicative and reassuring, and I can tell my pets had a great time with her! We were in a little bit of a pickle as my cat had surgery a week before we were leaving on a trip, and she handled all his medications and other post-surgical requirements with ease. She also left our place very clean.

About Heather K.

Communication

21 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We have water in every room of the house, we love to give treats, have crates and gates for alone time if needed, and there is always an opportunity to sunbathe in our house or on our deck.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Heather K. would like to know about your pet

I prefer mostly to know their typical walking habits, any medications they may take, preferred sleeping arrangements, are they allowed on couches and beds, and most importantly, are they dog, cat, and kid/people friendly?

A typical day

I am a huge fan of both high and low energy dogs. I can keep up with play time or nap all day. Sometimes I can accomplish both in one day! I adore my neighborhood. It has the best gardens to stop at, and the dogs have a great time sniffing about too! A win win!

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.
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Heather K.

Irving Park, Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
55 reviews