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Ryan O.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
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Services

Ryan can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I work full time M-F 9am-6pm but fully remote so almost always free to sit and spend time with your pets when needed! Let me know what schedule works best for you

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Ryan O.

Communication

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

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I have two very loving but sassy female cats. They have strong personalities but are well mannered. I adore my cats. Will come spend time with your fur-babies whenever you need

Information Ryan O. would like to know about your pet

Please always let me know about any medications or health concerns but also any temperament specific, how they are with other dogs, kids, animals etc. I will do just about anything to make their time with me enjoyable and would love to avoid extra stress for them when and where I can.

A typical day

Ideally I’ll be able to learn your pet’s schedule and mirror that as closely as possible. The last thing I’d want to do is add unnecessary stress to their day to day.

Location

Des Plaines, IL

Ryan O.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Here to pet your pets!

Pet care experience

I have been pet sitting since I was in high school. Cats and dogs mostly but am a proud uncle to 4 ferrets and a hedgehog! My most recent foster was a 4.5 year old female pit who was recovering from back surgery. I’m here to pet all of the animals and help make your life as stress free as possible. I have no issue giving animals medication if needed, just walk me through it and we will be good!

Reviews

Josephine B.
House Sitting • Apr 09, 2026
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Ryan was an amazing asset while we were away. He is communicative, kind, and truly goes the extra mile—leaving a wonderful impression on both us and our pets (even our cranky rooster!). He asked thoughtful questions and took great care in looking out for our entire household. He’s hands down the best pet sitter we’ve had, and we will absolutely be using him again! Our home was better than how we left it.

Nikki M.
House Sitting • Mar 27, 2026
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Ryan is the best! Definitely having him back. He’s so kind with excellent communication, and Skylar was well taken care of.

Rory B.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 01, 2025
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Responsible and great to work with as always!

Rory B.
House Sitting • Jun 02, 2025
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Ryan is the best! He’s punctual, communicative, and reliable, plus our dog absolutely loved him. He stayed at our house for a long weekend and we came back to it being in the same condition we left it in, no issues at all. He sent us pictures and let us know how Birdie was doing, he even left us a cute picture of her on our fridge. Highly recommend!

About Ryan O.

Communication

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

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I have two very loving but sassy female cats. They have strong personalities but are well mannered. I adore my cats. Will come spend time with your fur-babies whenever you need

Information Ryan O. would like to know about your pet

Please always let me know about any medications or health concerns but also any temperament specific, how they are with other dogs, kids, animals etc. I will do just about anything to make their time with me enjoyable and would love to avoid extra stress for them when and where I can.

A typical day

Ideally I’ll be able to learn your pet’s schedule and mirror that as closely as possible. The last thing I’d want to do is add unnecessary stress to their day to day.

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Ryan O.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews