Dog Boarding In Near North Side Chicago
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“Cecile and Michael have been absolutely amazing! This last booking I unfortunately had a delayed flight and Cecile and Michael were extremely understanding and accommodating to work with me on an adjusted pick up time. They are extremely responsive and amazing dog sitters! Thank you!!”


“Katie and Java did a good job sending photos and updates. Katie is pleasant to work with and was flexible in allowing me to pick up my dog a day early. Thank you Katie !”


“Remi had a great time with John and Ryan and they updated me with pictures every day! She came back sleepy and content. I'll definitely have her stay with them again if I go out of town!”


“I highly recommend! They took excellent care of Scooby—ensuring he was well-exercised with regular walks—and kept me updated with frequent photos throughout the day.”


“It was great to know that Riley was in good hands. Mike was very responsive and let me know Riley was okay! Will definitely be working with Mike again!”


“Stefany and Cameron were the best Rover experience we’ve had! They sent lots of updates, including photos and videos, every day. Our dog Rosie loved their entire family and played with their dog Miel the whole time she stayed with them. Stefany and Cameron treated Rosie like a part of their family and I’d book them again in a heartbeat because I know our pup was so well cared for. Rosie was sad to leave and I know she’ll be thrilled when she gets to stay with them again, since we will definitely rebook!”


“Emily was so wonderful with my 5 y/o lab mix! She was super easy to communicate with, and Frankie loved staying with her - she didn't want to leave. We'll definitely be asking Emily to watch Frankie again soon.”


“Patrick is an amazing dog sitter. Communication has been very easy from the start. The second time I left Kaiku with him, Kaiku was so excited to see him! I would do it again without hesitation. Thank you, Patrick!”


“Irene was great with Simba and he came home more relaxed than I’ve ever seen him after being away from home. She also sent very cute pictures!”

“Allison is the best! She makes my puppy Butternut feel so special and gives her so much love and attention that I am able to travel carefree. She sends many pictures and updates throughout the day. Our flight got very delayed and she stayed up till late and took very good care of Butternut.”


“My dog Willa stayed with Meg for a little over a week while I was out of the country on a trip. She was super sweet and accommodating. I could tell that Willa was comfortable with her right away. She sent updates and photos throughout the trip. I will definitely be using her again in the future!!”


“Isabella was absolutely wonderful with our Golden doodle Derby 🐕. She sent many updates and photos of their walks and play time. I could tell Derby really loved his time with her. She b is super sweet with animals and I would definitely want her to watch Derby again. Holly T.”


“Emily couldn’t be better with our dog. I know he’s in good hands and is always safe when he’s with her. I’ve never had a more communicative sitter. we used Emily twice now and I’ll continue to use her to watch our dog”



“The Best Ever (out of 3 dogs)..great communication-including pics and video, flexible when my flight was late and thoughtful...the best I can say is I would do it all over again any day!”


“Audrey was a great pet sitter for Frankie! She shared videos and pictures every day and Frankie was happy and playing with Audrey’s dog and husband. Frankie is an anxious dog and he felt at ease with Audrey.”


“Chad/Sharahi thank you so much for taking care of our baby Coco! She really love you guys!! We have used these sitter several times and they have been top notch. Our family highly recommend them.”


“Heather was absolutely wonderful. I felt so comfortable and at ease knowing my doggo was in such great hands. She sent photos throughout the day, lots of walks, and even a field trip to the nature preserve. I absolutely trust Heather to take great care of my dog and will definitely book with her again. Highly recommend!”


“I cannot recommend Hezi and Joey enough! They took such great care of my dog and offered consistent updates and photos/videos, and it was evident they gave my dog a lot of love and attention. They also have an incredible playmate, Chili, for your dog who is sweet and gentle. I will certainly hire them again!”


“Toojan was awesome with BMO! She really knows her stuff when it comes to cats and was super attentive to what BMO needed. Loved getting daily pics and little updates on how BMO was settling in. She’s also just really sweet. Would totally book again and definitely recommend!”


“Lech and Briseida were so great! They took our dog on plenty of long walks and adventures and we felt so reassured knowing our pup was in great hands and having tons of fun!”

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1. Cecile S.

“Cecile and Michael have been absolutely amazing! This last booking I unfortunately had a delayed flight and Cecile and Michael were extremely understanding and accommodating to work with me on an adjusted pick up time. They are extremely responsive and amazing dog sitters! Thank you!!”


2. Katie M.

“Katie and Java did a good job sending photos and updates. Katie is pleasant to work with and was flexible in allowing me to pick up my dog a day early. Thank you Katie !”


3. John & Ryan K.

“Remi had a great time with John and Ryan and they updated me with pictures every day! She came back sleepy and content. I'll definitely have her stay with them again if I go out of town!”


4. Kris & Daniel P.

“I highly recommend! They took excellent care of Scooby—ensuring he was well-exercised with regular walks—and kept me updated with frequent photos throughout the day.”


5. Mike C.

“It was great to know that Riley was in good hands. Mike was very responsive and let me know Riley was okay! Will definitely be working with Mike again!”


6. Stefany & Cameron G.

“Stefany and Cameron were the best Rover experience we’ve had! They sent lots of updates, including photos and videos, every day. Our dog Rosie loved their entire family and played with their dog Miel the whole time she stayed with them. Stefany and Cameron treated Rosie like a part of their family and I’d book them again in a heartbeat because I know our pup was so well cared for. Rosie was sad to leave and I know she’ll be thrilled when she gets to stay with them again, since we will definitely rebook!”


7. Emily S.

“Emily was so wonderful with my 5 y/o lab mix! She was super easy to communicate with, and Frankie loved staying with her - she didn't want to leave. We'll definitely be asking Emily to watch Frankie again soon.”


8. Patrick B.

“Patrick is an amazing dog sitter. Communication has been very easy from the start. The second time I left Kaiku with him, Kaiku was so excited to see him! I would do it again without hesitation. Thank you, Patrick!”


9. Irene Z.

“Irene was great with Simba and he came home more relaxed than I’ve ever seen him after being away from home. She also sent very cute pictures!”


10. Allison M.

“Allison is the best! She makes my puppy Butternut feel so special and gives her so much love and attention that I am able to travel carefree. She sends many pictures and updates throughout the day. Our flight got very delayed and she stayed up till late and took very good care of Butternut.”


11. Meg N.

“My dog Willa stayed with Meg for a little over a week while I was out of the country on a trip. She was super sweet and accommodating. I could tell that Willa was comfortable with her right away. She sent updates and photos throughout the trip. I will definitely be using her again in the future!!”


12. Isabella T.

“Isabella was absolutely wonderful with our Golden doodle Derby 🐕. She sent many updates and photos of their walks and play time. I could tell Derby really loved his time with her. She b is super sweet with animals and I would definitely want her to watch Derby again. Holly T.”


13. Emily B.

“Emily couldn’t be better with our dog. I know he’s in good hands and is always safe when he’s with her. I’ve never had a more communicative sitter. we used Emily twice now and I’ll continue to use her to watch our dog”




14. Corina T.


“The Best Ever (out of 3 dogs)..great communication-including pics and video, flexible when my flight was late and thoughtful...the best I can say is I would do it all over again any day!”


15. Audrey A.

“Audrey was a great pet sitter for Frankie! She shared videos and pictures every day and Frankie was happy and playing with Audrey’s dog and husband. Frankie is an anxious dog and he felt at ease with Audrey.”


16. Chad P.

“Chad/Sharahi thank you so much for taking care of our baby Coco! She really love you guys!! We have used these sitter several times and they have been top notch. Our family highly recommend them.”


17. Heather S.

“Heather was absolutely wonderful. I felt so comfortable and at ease knowing my doggo was in such great hands. She sent photos throughout the day, lots of walks, and even a field trip to the nature preserve. I absolutely trust Heather to take great care of my dog and will definitely book with her again. Highly recommend!”


18. Hezi & Joey Y.

“I cannot recommend Hezi and Joey enough! They took such great care of my dog and offered consistent updates and photos/videos, and it was evident they gave my dog a lot of love and attention. They also have an incredible playmate, Chili, for your dog who is sweet and gentle. I will certainly hire them again!”


19. Toojan A.

“Toojan was awesome with BMO! She really knows her stuff when it comes to cats and was super attentive to what BMO needed. Loved getting daily pics and little updates on how BMO was settling in. She’s also just really sweet. Would totally book again and definitely recommend!”


20. Lech & Briseida S.

“Lech and Briseida were so great! They took our dog on plenty of long walks and adventures and we felt so reassured knowing our pup was in great hands and having tons of fun!”
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As of Jul 2024, 4,094 sitters provided dog boarding in Near North Side. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 92% of Near North Side dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Near North Side have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Near North Side.
Rover makes it easy to find Near North Side dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 4,094 dog boarding sitters in Near North Side on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Near North Side, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 87% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
