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Monica M.

Bridgeport, Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
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Services

Monica can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

I recently graduated from Indiana University and am now back home in Chicago full-time. My dad is retired and home all day, and I spend most of my time at home too, so your pet will always have company and attention. I’m not super busy and genuinely love being around animals — it’s the perfect setup!

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About Monica M.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I have a private, fully fenced yard and never let pets outside without supervision. My home is spacious, and pets are welcome to relax anywhere they’d like. I also have a 2-year-old, 4.5-pound Yorkie who mostly keeps to himself but is always up for a little playtime if your pet wants a buddy! I’m happy to crate your dog at night if you prefer, or they’re welcome to sleep with me — I’d love that too!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Monica M. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any special care or treatment needs. I have experience giving medications both orally and by injection, and I’ll always treat your pet with the same love and attention I give my own.

A typical day

I love walking dogs, playing fetch, cuddling, and even taking naps with them. If your pet has a favorite game, I’m always up for it! I also enjoy teaching dogs new tricks — most pick them up within just a few days.

Location

Chicago, IL

Monica M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

This is a dream job for me!

Pet care experience

Hi! My name is Monica and I recently graduated from Indiana University. I’ve grown up around animals my entire life, so caring for them has always come naturally to me. While I was in college, I fostered through local animal shelters, which gave me experience caring for animals with all different personalities, ages, and needs. I’m also currently a volunteer at the Anti-Cruelty Society in Chicago, where I help care for animals and support the shelter. I work from home, so I’m able to give pets a lot of attention throughout the day. Your pet will never be left alone for long. My dad is also recently retired and home most of the time, so there’s always someone around to give extra attention, playtime, and care. I have a small Yorkie named Tucker and a cat named Penny. They’re both very friendly and used to being around other animals. Tucker is great at matching other dogs’ energy (whether they want to play or relax), and Penny is very calm and tends to mind her own business. Whether it’s walks, playtime, feeding, or just keeping your pet company, I treat every animal like they’re part of the family. I’d love the opportunity to care for your pet and make sure they feel safe, happy, and comfortable while you’re away!

Cat care experience

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Cat mom with years of experience!

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

Reviews

Sloane K.
Boarding • Apr 06, 2026
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Monica is fantastic! She took care of our dog fudge and sent great updates. We will for sure be using her again!

Marvin O.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 24, 2026
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Monica did a wonderful job with our puppy! As first time Rover users, we had a great experience. She responded to my message within minutes, which I really appreciated. We booked her for a drop in visit, and she took the time to answer all of our questions thoroughly. She also offered to do a meet and greet beforehand, which made us feel very comfortable. We’ll definitely be booking with her again in the future!

Sharon L.
Doggy Day Care • Feb 23, 2026
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Monica and her father were the best!! So grateful they could watch my pup - they were incredibly kind and friendly & he was immediately so comfortable with them. I’ll definitely be back for any dog sitting needs in the future :)

Chelsea M.
Boarding • Dec 09, 2025
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Luna loved her stay with Monica. We got daily updates from Monica and it was reassuring. She adores the other pets in the home. Luna is looking forward to her next stay!

About Monica M.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I have a private, fully fenced yard and never let pets outside without supervision. My home is spacious, and pets are welcome to relax anywhere they’d like. I also have a 2-year-old, 4.5-pound Yorkie who mostly keeps to himself but is always up for a little playtime if your pet wants a buddy! I’m happy to crate your dog at night if you prefer, or they’re welcome to sleep with me — I’d love that too!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Monica M. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any special care or treatment needs. I have experience giving medications both orally and by injection, and I’ll always treat your pet with the same love and attention I give my own.

A typical day

I love walking dogs, playing fetch, cuddling, and even taking naps with them. If your pet has a favorite game, I’m always up for it! I also enjoy teaching dogs new tricks — most pick them up within just a few days.

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Monica M.

Bridgeport, Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews