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Toni H.

Star Sitter

Gurnee, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
94 reviews
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Services

Toni can care for

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

Availability

My schedule is very flexible and I am usually able to make most booking requests happen! Advanced notice is always appreciated. When I am with your pet, your pet is priority #1!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Toni H.

Communication

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

Dog 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 take my visits with your furry family members very seriously! Upon every visit, you will receive both a written report as well as multiple photos describing and showing you how everyone is doing! I try my best to honor all requests and routines and I believe strongly in safety, punctuality and having a good time! Your furbabies are in great hands with me! (I live on just shy of 2 acres that feels like the middle of nowhere but is actually in the heart of Gurnee! We plan on building a doggy daycare & boarding facility soon! Stay tuned! 🐾)

Information Toni H. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any medication, allergies, phobias, anxieties, and/or special routines and I will do my very best to accommodate all of their needs and comforts!

A typical day

I try very hard to keep my visits as close to your normal routine as possible while also making them fun & feel like a treat! We’ll go on scenic walks, run around, play with toys, snuggle, check out the neighborhood smells and burn off some energy!

Location

Gurnee, IL

Toni H.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Toni 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.

Professionally trained & loving! ❤️

Pet care experience

Hello there! ❤️🐾 My name is Toni and I am an extremely passionate and highly experienced animal care professional with nearly 20 years in the field. Over the course of my career, I have developed extensive expertise in various roles, including veterinary assistant, pet sitter, dog walker, poop scooping business owner, groomer/bather, kennel attendant/operator, animal behaviorist/trainer, traveling medication administrator, and a compassionate provider of animal hospice care. My dedication to animals led me to graduate with honors from Animal Behavior College, where I gained specialized knowledge in both canine and feline behavior. I am highly skilled at reading animal behavior and body language, and I possess a unique talent for calming and understanding nervous animals. My ultimate goal during my visits is to ensure that both you and your pets have a stress-free and enjoyable experience. I pride myself on being prompt and responsible and I strive to always be someone you feel you can count on. It is my true passion to share my love for animals with you and your cherished fur family! **What to Expect from My Visits** **House Sitting:** - Expert round-the-clock care, replicating your pet’s daily routine as close as possible during our visits. I am medically trained and can administer medication and at-home medical care if needed. With my behavioral education and training, I am confident in handling pets with anxiety, reactive behaviors, or other behavioral issues. I specialize in working with rescue animals, particularly bully breeds. (Although all pets are welcome!) My skills in calming even the most nervous pets ensure a comfortable experience for all your furry friends. - I offer complimentary Meet & Greets to all new clients before finalizing our first booking. During our Meet & Greet, I will visit your home, ready to take detailed notes on what makes your pet feel most comfortable and how things work in your household. I allocate ample time for us to discuss any questions you may have and for me to get to know you and your pet. After our meeting, you are free to decide whether to proceed with the booking. - Once booked, I am fully committed to caring for and loving your pet full-time, ensuring their happiness, comfort, and safety. I prioritize your pet's well-being and will make every accommodation necessary to keep them safe, happy and content. - I provide multiple updates throughout the day. You can expect detailed written reports of our activities and your pet’s well-being at both breakfast and dinner, along with shorter updates in the afternoon and at bedtime. I also very much enjoy capturing cute moments with your pet on camera, so expect to receive a 8+ photos per update so you can see our happenings throughout the day. (Note: These updates are meant to keep you informed and reassured, there is no obligation to respond to them if you are busy!) - While I generally aim to stay full-time (24/7) with your pet, there may be rare occasions when I need to leave for short periods of time. If your pet requires constant companionship, I can certainly accommodate this request with advance notice. **Cancellation Policy:** - Please note that I require a minimum of 3 days notice for any house sitting cancellations. This policy ensures that I can adjust my schedule and offer services to other clients as needed.

Cat care experience

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Speaks cat fluently! Prof. Trained!

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

Reviews

Michael M.
House Sitting • dic. 23, 2025
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Great as always. Buddy cannot wait for Toni’s next visit

Michael M.
House Sitting • dic. 15, 2025
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Great as always Buddy was very happy to spend the day with Toni. She takes great care of him. He loves the attention she pays to his happiness and safety.

Michael M.
House Sitting • nov. 29, 2025
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Toni was great with my dog. She was very hands on with him to make sure he was happy while I was gone. I really liked the updates during the day. It was easier leaving him as I knew he was in great hands.

Forrest M.
Drop-In Visits • nov. 28, 2025
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As usual, Toni is fantastic with sitting for our cats - very depedendable and caring. Would not hesitate to book again.

About Toni H.

Communication

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

Dog 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 take my visits with your furry family members very seriously! Upon every visit, you will receive both a written report as well as multiple photos describing and showing you how everyone is doing! I try my best to honor all requests and routines and I believe strongly in safety, punctuality and having a good time! Your furbabies are in great hands with me! (I live on just shy of 2 acres that feels like the middle of nowhere but is actually in the heart of Gurnee! We plan on building a doggy daycare & boarding facility soon! Stay tuned! 🐾)

Information Toni H. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any medication, allergies, phobias, anxieties, and/or special routines and I will do my very best to accommodate all of their needs and comforts!

A typical day

I try very hard to keep my visits as close to your normal routine as possible while also making them fun & feel like a treat! We’ll go on scenic walks, run around, play with toys, snuggle, check out the neighborhood smells and burn off some energy!

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Toni H.

Star Sitter

Gurnee, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
94 reviews