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Sarah H.

Star Sitter

McHenry, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
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Services

Sarah can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat

Sarah can care for

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

Availability

If you’re needing pet care, I’m here to help with drop in visits, walks, or boarding in my own home! I am a full time middle school teacher during the school year, so evenings and weekends work best for drop ins and walks. But for holidays and summer breaks, I have more open weekday availability and flexible daytime hours. For boarding, my husband is at home during the day, and one or both of us will be home during the evening.

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About Sarah H.

Communication

17 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I always prioritize your pet’s comfort and routine. During each visit, I provide fresh water, meals if needed, potty breaks, and quality playtime, walks, or attention. I closely follow your instructions and will send detailed reports and photos for your peace of mind. If your pet takes medications or has any specific needs, I’m happy to follow your protocols with care and attention. Just let me know what works best for your pet!

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Sarah H. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know your pet’s daily routine and commands, any medications or needs, behavioral quirks, and how they interact with new people. This information helps me give your pet the safest and happiest visit possible!

A typical day

A typical visit with me includes potty breaks or walks, fresh food and water as needed, clean-up, affection and playtime, and a detailed report from me with photos to show my check-in with your pet. Whether your pup loves fetch or your cat wants a sunny perch, I’ll tailor each visit to their personality and routine.

Location

McHenry, IL

Sarah H.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Sarah H. 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.

Caring teacher + Pet Lover = Me!

Pet care experience

I am a Rover Star Sitter that has completed over 140 bookings to earn my 5-star rating. I’m always ready to help new clients for pet care in McHenry and surrounding areas, and I have holiday availability! For visits and walks, I have flexible weekday evening and weekend all day availability during the school year. For boarding, my husband and I team up to make sure your pet is well cared for in our home throughout all parts of the day. I’ve loved animals all my life. I grew up with a small shih tzu rescue and then later trained our family’s cockapoo puppy. Throughout high school I helped walk dogs and house sit animals for neighbors and friends. In college I became more experienced with puppy training as I trained 3 puppies for a family I babysat and house sat for their two cats often. Now, I help with dogs and cats regularly between my family and friends, and I’m looking to help more furry friends and people in my area.

Reviews

Karlee B.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 16, 2026
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Always so sweet! Takes wonderful care of my baby!

J D.
Dog Walking • Jun 21, 2026
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She was great!!! And my dog dog was comfortable

Ashley L.
Drop-In Visits • May 25, 2026
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Sarah was extremely accommodating for our last minute booking! She was awesome with our pups and left great updates and photos every visit!

Karlee B.
Drop-In Visits • May 16, 2026
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Sarah is always so great with Eleanor! She makes sure to give her lots of attention during her drop ins which makes me feels great about being a working single dog mom! Super thorough with her report cards so I know how Eleanor did while she was there. Super thankful for Sarah!

About Sarah H.

Communication

17 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I always prioritize your pet’s comfort and routine. During each visit, I provide fresh water, meals if needed, potty breaks, and quality playtime, walks, or attention. I closely follow your instructions and will send detailed reports and photos for your peace of mind. If your pet takes medications or has any specific needs, I’m happy to follow your protocols with care and attention. Just let me know what works best for your pet!

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Sarah H. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know your pet’s daily routine and commands, any medications or needs, behavioral quirks, and how they interact with new people. This information helps me give your pet the safest and happiest visit possible!

A typical day

A typical visit with me includes potty breaks or walks, fresh food and water as needed, clean-up, affection and playtime, and a detailed report from me with photos to show my check-in with your pet. Whether your pup loves fetch or your cat wants a sunny perch, I’ll tailor each visit to their personality and routine.

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Sarah H.

Star Sitter

McHenry, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews