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Rachael H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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Rachael H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $75 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Your babies new best friend

Have grown up with dogs and cats my entire life! Love both equally and will make sure they feel the same amount of love if not more while you are gone. Have been named honorary step mom to many babies in CA, CO, and NY.

Cat care experience

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As a Scorpio I speak cat lol

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

Qualifications

5 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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10 ratings
Atsuko M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jun 14, 2026

This was our puppy’s very first sitting experience. We needed a sitter for a few hours during our trip to Chicago. From the moment we arrived, Zuma jumped right into Rachael’s arms, which immediately made us feel that she was experienced with dogs and had a calming presence. He seemed to feel safe and comfortable with her right away. It looks like he was able to relax and enjoy his time there. We would definitely recommend Rachael to other pet parents.

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Christi A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Mar 02, 2026

Rachael takes such wonderful care of my slightly nervous rescue pup! She has become one of my go-to sitters in my neighborhood.

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Jaylen S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 01, 2025

Rachael always does so great with Paris! Makes trips much less stressful knowing my little girl is safe and sound.

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Nicolas P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 01, 2025

Rachael was really great Chip - will absolutely leverage her services again

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Jaylen S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Oct 12, 2025

Rachael was awesome and made Paris feel so welcome! The pictures were great and put me at ease knowing Paris was well taken care of. Looking forward to future bookings 😁

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Dog Walking • Oct 08, 2025

Rachael H. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.

Calendar and availability

Schedule

I work remotely so can take breaks for walks, feeding, and litter cleaning. Don’t currently have a car but willing to travel. Live in South Loop.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Live in a safe building with lots of other fur babies. I have a balcony for those afternoon naps in the sun while the weather allows. Will always let them sleep on the bed with me.

A typical day

Going in long walks in the morning and evenings when not working from home. Lots of cuddles on the couch when we are home. Recently moved to the Chicago area so they will be my exploring buddy.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
No females in heat
Rachael can host up to 1 pet per night
Let me know if they have any special needs or preferences. Also I live in an apartment complex with lots of dogs so please let me know if I should be careful around other dogs.
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.