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Steven R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
23 repeat clients
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Steven R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
23 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $58 per night

Highlights

Steven has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
50 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Husband Wife Team - Home All Day.

Every dog has a unique personality - just like people. As a balanced Libra, I’m equally comfortable with playful, high-energy pups and calmer, more reserved companions. My wife and I are experienced dog owners who have cared for dogs of all sizes, from tiny teacup Terriers to large Beabulls. We live in a dog-friendly apartment just north of the Chicago River, and because we both work from home, your dog will receive plenty of attention, care, and companionship throughout the day. Our evenings are relaxed, and weekends are spent enjoying neighborhood strolls and long walks along the river. We’d love the opportunity to get to know both you and your dog - and hopefully become great friends along the way.

Cat care experience

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Amanda LOVES Cats (and Dogs)!

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

Qualifications

23 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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66 ratings
Sooah K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 31, 2026

Eloise has stayed with on many occasions. We feel very comfortable knowing Steven is watching Eloise. A big thank you to Steven for being so flexible and working around inevitable travel delays. We are very appreciative of him.

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Ariana F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 27, 2026

Needed a rover at the last minute for an unexpected 48 hour work trip - Steven was extremely friendly and accommodating. Poppy was in safe and responsible hands!

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Jackie O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 24, 2026

Awesome sitter would highly recommend! Took great care of my cat

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Nir & Sarah R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 17, 2026

Steven and Amanda are amazing with our pets and have both animals feeling at home. They were flexible with our flight getting delayed and are always sure we get everything back we came with.

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Eric P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 13, 2026

Steven was great: friendly, punctual, good with Data!

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Simona T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 10, 2026

Very amazing communicator, provided lots of updates and pictures. Very happy with stay, Bradford was happy. Would book again.

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Schedule

My wife and I both work from home, so your pet will have attentive company day and night, from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with plenty of attention, playtime, and exercise.

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 not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

We carefully follow each owner’s instructions and the dog's routine, and we treat every pet with respect since they are a special guest in our home.

A typical day

We will go outside 5–6 times a day, so your pet will get plenty of fresh air, walks, and exercise. There are also several nearby dog parks for additional playtime.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
No females in heat
Steven can host up to 3 pets per night
It is important that your dog likes us and is happy with the services we provide. Does your dog prefer a routine schedule or are they flexible and eager to explore and play? Is there anything special that your dog loves that will make his/her day (usual walk, games, toys, etc)? What's your dog's personality, and how does he/she get along with other animals and people?
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.