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Monica H.

Waterloo, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
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Services

Monica can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

I am currently exploring new career paths, so I’ll have plenty of time to care for your doggos! I am available Monday through Friday and weekends. I am home much of the day; however, I have occasional appointments. I do maintain a regular gym schedule, so I am typically gone for a couple hours in the evening 4-5 days a week and Saturday morning.

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About Monica H.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have experience crating dogs who have separation anxiety, as well as dogs with special needs who need e-collars or cones when alone. I also maintain a clean pet friendly home. We do not use harsh chemicals for cleaning, trash is kept out of reach, and we have a large securely fenced backyard. Although our yard is securely fenced, I typically remain outside with pets.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Monica H. would like to know about your pet

Let me know how well your dog performs on a leash and whether they become aggressive with unfamiliar dogs on walks. Also, I would love to know what kind of affection your dog enjoys. I want to make your dog feel both loved and comfortable.

A typical day

I love to provide physical and mental stimulation for dogs. We can play games, go on walks, or go on a hike. For hounds, I enjoy hiding a treat inside of my house and letting them sniff it out. It’s mental stimulation they love.

Location

Waterloo, IL

Monica H.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Passionate for dogs and their care

Pet care experience

I've had experience caring for a variety of pets since age 6. I adopted two dogs in 2011 (sadly both have passed) and one cat in 2018. I have experience in senior dog care, particularly those with allergies, anxiety, and cancer. I also have experience caring for dogs with feeding tubes and megaesophagus. Although I have a lot of experience in senior dog care, I enjoy working with energetic puppies.

Reviews

Pam S.
Boarding • Oct 20, 2025
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Once again our dogs felt right at home. Monica and her husband are the best sitters in every way!

Michelle C.
Boarding • Sep 16, 2025
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Monica was absolutely fantastic! She was so great with our dog and kept him active the entire time.

Pam S.
Boarding • Jun 09, 2025
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Monica was amazing! This was our first experience with using Rover and I cannot recommend Monica enough. If I could give 10 stars I would. She provided daily updates with pictures, she has a fenced yard and has room for them to play. My husband and I were able to relax and enjoy our vacation knowing our two puppies were well cared for and enjoying themselves. I highly recommend Monica.

Heather W.
May 22, 2022

Monica is AWESOME! She watched my dog for a week when my family went out of town on vacation. She was excellent, she treated my dog like one of her own. My dog loved her so much, she did not want her to leave when we got back home. She is the only dog sitter I would use for my dog. She took her on walks daily. I also trust her to stop by my house to let my dog out and check on her throughout the week. I highly recommend her to anyone!

About Monica H.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have experience crating dogs who have separation anxiety, as well as dogs with special needs who need e-collars or cones when alone. I also maintain a clean pet friendly home. We do not use harsh chemicals for cleaning, trash is kept out of reach, and we have a large securely fenced backyard. Although our yard is securely fenced, I typically remain outside with pets.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Monica H. would like to know about your pet

Let me know how well your dog performs on a leash and whether they become aggressive with unfamiliar dogs on walks. Also, I would love to know what kind of affection your dog enjoys. I want to make your dog feel both loved and comfortable.

A typical day

I love to provide physical and mental stimulation for dogs. We can play games, go on walks, or go on a hike. For hounds, I enjoy hiding a treat inside of my house and letting them sniff it out. It’s mental stimulation they love.

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Monica H.

Waterloo, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews