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Salem D.

Star Sitter

Irving Park, Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
124 reviews
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Services

Salem can care for

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

Availability

I do am an artist when not doing pet care! Which means your pet will be the center of my schedual, and my first priority! Im also very flexible!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Salem D.

Communication

26 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will treat your home with only the utmost respect, and make sure your pet is as comfortable and relaxed as possible, besides missing their parents of course! Im also more than willing to take care of any of your plants/fish/small pets if you just leave instructions for their care with me.

Information Salem D. would like to know about your pet

The more information I have, the better I will be able to customize my care to fit your critter specifically! There is no detail too small. Some questions I typically ask are, is your pet anxious or reactive? If so what are they reactive to? How long does your dog like to walk? Or play? What are your pet's favorite toys/games? Do they get treats? How often and what kinds are ok? Does your pet need medication or any other special care? Is your pet afraid of anything like storms or loud noises? Any information you have Id love to know it! I want to know your pet as well as possible to make sure they feel safe and comfortable with me :)

A typical day

I love to take dogs on walks in natural areas, if theres a park near you that is typically where I head! Im also comfortable with pets who cant go exploring the big wide world though, and am just as happy to play fetch in your yard, or tug and belly rubs in the living room! Enrichment is my goal and I love finding the best way to give your pet the most fun day possible! :)

Location

Chicago, IL

Salem D.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Salem D. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Substitute Owner

Pet care experience

Looking for someone to care for your pet who does the job for the love of animals? Look no further!! I love dogs, I have two mischievous shiba inus of my own, Zinnia and Juniper! I also love cats and have a sweet old girl named Bean I also have a love for nonfurry friends! I have a 15 year old goldfish, a snake, a lizard, and even some pet isopods (rolly pollys) as well!! I grew up on a farm in rural Virginia, I never had fewer than 2 dogs and 5 cats around my home growing up. We fostered quite often, I even helped several momma cats have their kittens! I have raised chickens and guinea pigs as well! I also have experience with bunnys, including old and special needs buns! Pet sitting for my neighbors was my first job starting when I was just a pup myself about 8 or 9. I helped raise and train my first puppy around the same time. I volunteered at our local animal shelter starting age 11. Im also very comfortable with dogs and cats who are elderly and/or take medications, and I pride myself in my ability to make your pet feel safe and sound, it is my utmost priority. Warning though, I will love your pet like they are own! :) I also have lots of experience with reactive dogs, one of my own girls is dog reactive! I have a knack for working with shy kitties as well! Please feel free to message with any questions!

Reviews

Meghan B.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 09, 2026
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Salem is the best cat sitter! They always take the best care of our senior cat and take the time to provide us with detailed updates.

Marcin W.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 17, 2026
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Salem is a great cat sitter, and a great and diligent communicator!

Marcin W.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 27, 2026
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As always, wonderful care for my cat and my apartment, and great communication!

Lisa H.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 01, 2026
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Highly recommend Salem. Best cat and lizard sitter out there. Highly communicative, timely, responsible, and happy pets.

About Salem D.

Communication

26 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will treat your home with only the utmost respect, and make sure your pet is as comfortable and relaxed as possible, besides missing their parents of course! Im also more than willing to take care of any of your plants/fish/small pets if you just leave instructions for their care with me.

Information Salem D. would like to know about your pet

The more information I have, the better I will be able to customize my care to fit your critter specifically! There is no detail too small. Some questions I typically ask are, is your pet anxious or reactive? If so what are they reactive to? How long does your dog like to walk? Or play? What are your pet's favorite toys/games? Do they get treats? How often and what kinds are ok? Does your pet need medication or any other special care? Is your pet afraid of anything like storms or loud noises? Any information you have Id love to know it! I want to know your pet as well as possible to make sure they feel safe and comfortable with me :)

A typical day

I love to take dogs on walks in natural areas, if theres a park near you that is typically where I head! Im also comfortable with pets who cant go exploring the big wide world though, and am just as happy to play fetch in your yard, or tug and belly rubs in the living room! Enrichment is my goal and I love finding the best way to give your pet the most fun day possible! :)

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Salem D.

Star Sitter

Irving Park, Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
124 reviews