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Pat C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
51 repeat clients
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Pat C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
51 repeat clients

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from $40 per night

Highlights

Pat has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Where your pup is just like family!

Your pup will love staying with us and our golden retriever, Josie. Walking in our quiet neighborhood, romping in the fenced and wooded backyard, and watching the world through our wall of windows are highlights of what we can offer. Marty and I spend lots of time outdoors for both work and fun, and have cared for our own or others' dogs for over 20 years. There are lots of exciting places to explore nearby including Lake Michigan and the Ft. Sheridan Forest Preserve. Our small, cabin-like house is easily managed by dogs both young and old. We usually accept only one dog at a time, but will make exceptions if there's limited overlap especially if you're a repeat guest. Please feel free to message me if you see that we are booked. We look forward to meeting great dogs and their people. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns or to schedule a Meet-n-Greet. Thanks for considering us and have a great day.

Qualifications

51 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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132 ratings
Toni W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 23, 2025

B.J. is a rambunctious, mischievous 16 month old, and Pat, Marty, and Josie seem to be able to handle him perfectly. He came home totally exhausted. I can't recommend them highly enough. B.J. will be back if they want to put up with him again. LOL

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Allie L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 30, 2025

We couldn’t be happier! Pat was warm and welcoming to Trudy and kept us updated with photos and messages. It’s clear our dog had a wonderful time. Highly recommend!

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Toni W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 12, 2025

My new incorrigible yorkie poo puppy succeeded in not driving Pat and Marty too crazy. He absolutely loved his stay from the pictures and will be back. Thay seem to be able to handle NYTHING. ;-)

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Denise D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 16, 2024

Pat’s the best! She provides a home away from home for my pet.

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Toni W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 10, 2024

My fury son Barkley loves to stay with Pat and Marty and their dog Josie. From the pictures they send I can relax and see he is having as much fun as I am having and its extremely reassuring. He does need to sleep a lot for the first couple of days he is home because, as a single parent, I am not as stimulating. Love you guys.

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Toni W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 09, 2024

Love Pat and family. They were extremely flexible when I had trouble getting home from a cruise. I never worry about my little buddy because I know he is well taken care of and loving every minute f his vacation..

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Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Pets

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Pat can host up to 1 pet per night
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.