Dog Boarding In Near South Side Chicago
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1. 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.”
2. Ashley M.
“My pup always loves the time he spends at Ashley’s! She is communicative and sends great photos and updates every day. Most importantly, she takes great care of my fur baby while I’m away!”
3. E K.
“Elizabeth was wonderful! This was her second time watching my babies and I could tell how excited they were to spend time with her and her family when she picked them up. She sent constant updates while we were away for two weeks. We didn’t have to worry about them at all! Thank you SO much! Would recommend to anyone!!!”
4. Jennifer N.
“Jennifer and her husband are excellent caretakers. She is extremely responsive and send videos/photos daily if you prefer. My dog loves visiting their home and I will definitely rebook!”
5. Bola A.
“Bola took great care of my pup child. Rhea received lots of love and was definitely spoiled. (I can tell) lol Bola was responsive and sent updates and videos of Rhea. Rhea really likes Bryce and I hope they become long-term pup friends. I would definitely book again without giving it a second thought.”
6. Anjana & Harsh N.
“Anjana and Harsh were attentive and communicative as always. I’ve now used them several times to watch my pup Rebel and know that she is in excellent hands.”
7. Katie M.
“Katie was phenomenal. She provided excellent care to our poodle. She was extremely responsive over text. Our dog came back very happy and tired from all the excitement she had while staying with Katie. Would happily book again.”
8. Ann-Marie H.
“Ann-Marie is great! She is so sweet with Luka and sends great photos and updates. Our second booking with her and we plan to book her going forward every time!”
9. Ania Z.
“Ania was fantastic and our pup clearly loved spending the weekend with her! She took her to play fetch every day and was flexible with us on our return home. 10/10 would recommend!”
10. DEMIN Z.
“Demin was great, took care of all of Kiwi’s needs and really went above and beyond what I expected or asked for. Would highly recommend this sitter and I’ll definitely be booking again when I need to in the future!”
11. Katie "Anni" W.
“Katie was absolutely awesome! She cared for my grumpy old man diabetic cat like he was her own. I was so thankful for all of her great updates and photos, it really put my mind at ease so I could enjoy my vacation. She had great communication, knowledge about pets, and is super genuine and caring. I would 100% recommend her to care for your pet(s).”
12. Corina T.
“Corina is great! Highly recommend. Thank you, Corina! I always felt in-sync with communication on pickup/drop-off logistics and making adjustments as needed. I appreciated the photos and videos of Mando having fun at the dog park.”
13. Ruben M.
“Ruben was amazing! He went above and beyond to make sure Kodak enjoyed his time there and was taken care of. Great communication, he responds quickly & I received pictures & updates throughout the day & evening. Kodak got a long well with his dogs and enjoyed playing with them! When I picked him up Ruben gave me a thank-you bag with a handwritten note (it was so sweet) & a squeaker toy for Kodak. I will definitely be booking with him again in the future!”
14. Melanie S.
“Melanie looked after Winston during our wedding and it was the longest we left Winston with her or anyone else. Melanie took great care of Winston with lots of updates and Winston was able to make a lot of friends which he loved!”
15. Aubrey & Ben C.
“Toulouse was very comfortable during her stay! Aubrey and Ben were responsive and flexible.”
16. Kayla S.
“Kayla took great care of my pup and was super fast with responding to any questions I had and sent some cute pic updates which I love! Will for sure come to Kayla again!”
17. Barbara R.
“Barbara was amazing! I needed a sitter last minute on the weekend and Barbara was so responsive and accommodating. My dog is incontinent and has separation anxiety and he was taken care of so much with Barbara. She has worked with incontinent dogs which was such a help. She sent me many updates throughout the day including photos and videos, bathed my dog, and made him feel at home. He even got some fun treats. I will definitely be using Barbara again :)”
18. Andrew T.
“Andrew was amazing and took such great care of Henry! Flexible and communicative plus sent him home with a homemade treat, definitely recommend :)”
19. David R.
“David was fantastic! Flexible for drop-off and pick-up, and very communicative throughout the stay. I'd highly recommend him and plan on using his services again.”
20. Waverly J.
“All, If you are looking for one of the BEST, Waverly is that person. She was communicative and response the entire time that she had my baby girl. I will definitely utilize her time and kindness again in the future.”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in Near South Side on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, 4,039 sitters provided dog boarding in Near South 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 South Side dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Near South 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 South Side.
Rover makes it easy to find Near South 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 4,039 dog boarding sitters in Near South Side on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Near South Side, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 94% 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.
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