Dog Boarding In Near West Side Chicago
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“Ksenia took great care of Lola while we were out of town! We were new to Rover and a bit anxious about the process but Ksenia made the process smooth and comfortable. We are grateful for the care and attention she gave Lola, so much so that we have already rebooked for another stay soon. Thanks again, Ksenia!”

“Timothy was a wonderful sitter ! He shared updates and photos regularly and gave my dog extra food because I didn’t pack enough. He was also very gracious to let me extend my booking on short notice due to travel delays. Highly recommend Timothy and hope we can book with him again !”

“Prince absolutely loves it when I bring him here while I’m away. Joanna always takes good care of my baby. Going above and beyond. Very much so appreciated. Will be rebooking again soon”


“Fortino was amazing! My dog is pretty high energy and I could tell he was having a great time. Fortino sent regular updates and he took my dog on lots of fun excursions with his own dog. He was very communicative and I could tell he paid close attention to details of my dog’s comfort, personality, etc. He even gave my dog a sweater that previously belonged to his dog but was too small, which was very sweet. Will definitely board with him again.”

“Katrina is seriously the best!!! Truffles boarded with her over the weekend and she had the best time, cuddling and walking and playing. Katrina sent over multiple (adorably edited and captioned) pictures and videos throughout the day, complete with an end of day report card. I was totally at ease knowing Truffles was getting the best care :)”

“Andrea took great care of my dog for 5 days and I had a really positive experience. Communication was great the whole time, she was very sweet, and my dog seemed like she had a great time with her. She was also super thoughtful and flexible, she even offered to do drop-off for me, which I really appreciated. She also noticed my dog was running low on food and reached out right away to ask if it was okay to ration it, which I appreciated because it showed she was paying close attention and wanted to make sure everything was handled properly. I would definitely book with her again!”


“Ashley is amazing and was able to take my girls on short notice! They love spending time with Ashley and her daughter Marina and I know they are super well cared for! 🐾💜”


“I had a great experience with Sara. She communicated well and was really easy going. She sent pictures and videos. And our dog Boomer seemed to have a great time! I would happily book again!”

“Chad and his wife were amazing. He was super communicative and sent lots of fun videos and pictures. He was truly excited to watch my dogs and it showed in the care he gave them. He was super flexible too, I accidentally booked the stay for one less day than I needed and he was more than happy to book the extra day with me. I’ll use Chad again for sure!”

“Katie was a great sitter. She frequently updated and let me know how my dog was. He seemed every happy at her place. Her dog is always very friendly and got along just fine with mine. Thanks again :)”

“Diana and Scott were the perfect match for Kimi - who absolutely had a blast for the two weeks we were away. I was able to enjoy our trip knowing she was so well cared for, like Kimi was their own. Everyday updates, videos and photos made our extended absence manageable, and I will absolutely be booking them for future needs. You can be assured your fur babies will be in amazing hands. I’m so grateful.”

“Beata was a wonderful host for Molly! We were so happy with she and her husband, who absolutely adore dogs and went over and beyond to provide the best stay for our Molly. Will not hesitate to ask Beata to keep Molly for us any time we travel. Our highest recommendation.”

“Nathan (Uncle Nate) was a god send for us. We had been using very reputable doggie hotels. Our boy always came back sick and stressed. Uncle Nate was a home away from home. We had so many pictures sent to us where he was happy, healthy, and relaxed. Dog park next door is a great asset too! I think Winston had more fun with Nate than at home. We will be rebooking in the future.”

“Samantha is awesome!! Hazel clearly loved her stay with Samantha (and of course, her sweet pup Rosie). Samantha provided multiple updates (and very cute photos), and I felt very comfortable leaving Hazel at someone else's place overnight for the first time. She's great with dogs, very flexible, and knows how to handle high-energy dogs. Will definitely be booking with Samantha again, and I know Hazel will be excited to go back and spend time with her new friends!”

“Frankie had an amazing stay with Julia. She was very attentive and took great care of him. Also, she was great at communicating with us and making us feel comfortable, knowing that he was doing great. Highly recommended!”

“Angel was great with Ollie and did a great job with sending us updates and pics/videos of what Ollie was up to while we were away. Would recommend his services!”
“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!”

Near West Side dog parents share their Rover experiences
Finley was in the best possible hands 🐾 We can’t recommend Alex highly enough. Leaving our miniature dachshund for an extended trip is never easy — Finley has some specific needs, including a strict weight-management diet and a serious poultry allergy — and Alex handled every detail with care, attention, and genuine love. From the start, Alex took the time to understand her routine and dietary restrictions, followed everything to the letter, and kept us updated with photos and messages that put our minds completely at ease. We could tell Finley wasn’t just being looked after — she was being doted on. We came home to a happy, healthy, relaxed pup who clearly felt safe and loved the entire time. If you’re looking for someone trustworthy, attentive, and truly caring to watch your dog, Alex is it. We’ll absolutely be booking again. Thank you for taking such wonderful care of our girl! ❤️

April made us feel so great leaving Scout with her at the last minute. She went above our expectations to take Scout for walks and even the beach. Scout tends to get nervous while traveling and April handled it with ease. If we are ever in the area again we would book again!!
Jenna was a great dog sitter to work with! She was able to accommodate my request for dog sitting and a meet & greet less than a week before my work trip. She took such great care of Olive and provided updates throughout Olive’s stay. I will definitely rebook in the future!

This was Izzy’s second stay with Daria, and she was great once again. Izzy was happy, well cared for, and I had complete peace of mind while I was away. I also really appreciated Daria being able to accommodate a last-minute extension. Great communication throughout, and I’d happily book with her again.

Stevie was a lifesaver when the Rover sitter I had originally scheduled canceled. On top of that, when my return flight was canceled, he was incredibly accommodating and was able to keep Mango for an extra day. He truly went above and beyond to make sure Mango was comfortable and well cared for. He even bought her treats and bones, which was such a thoughtful touch. I had complete peace of mind knowing she was in great hands. I highly recommend Stevie to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and flexible pet sitter.

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Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Near West Side.
Rover makes it easy to find Near West 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
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.


















