Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Near West Side Chicago
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“Great walker! Very reliable, punctual, and caring. My dog was happy and well taken care of, and I really appreciated the updates and photos during the walk. You can tell they genuinely love animals and treat them with care. I would definitely book again and highly recommend!”

“Eunice was so kind and jumped in to watch Goonie very last minute. I appreciated her updates and how she was kind enough to clean up his messes!! Looking forward to working with her again!!”

“Noa did a wonderful job taking care of our cat while we were out of town! She’s was extra communicative, clean and thoughtful. I highly recommend her and would love to hire her again!”

“Lisa was so loving and caring with our animals, even when our dog had an accident inside she cleaned it up and notified us promptly. It’s our first rover experience and she made it wonderful!”

“Leila really helped us out with a last minute cat drop in visits request. She was very communicative, fast to respond, and went above and beyond to do extra things we didn’t even ask her to do! I highly recommend her to anyone!”


About: I am from Florida and have been taking care of dogs in my neighborhood for the past two years. I’ve helped with walking, feeding and playtime. I’ve worked with puppies, senior dogs, and dogs with special needs, including medication and changing diapers. I truly love spending time with dogs and now that I’m in college, I’m excited to meet and care for new fluffy friends here as well. I am a UIC student, so my schedule depends on school time. Available all other days, including weekends and holidays. Schedule may vary next semester. I follow each pet’s normal routine to keep them comfortable and stress free. This includes feeding, walks, playtime, medication if needed and lots of attention. I keep the space clean and always provide updates with photos.
“Morgan is always so patient with Skittles who can be difficult. She takes such good care of my cat, and provides detailed notes after each visit. I always feel like Skittles is in good hands while I’m away.”

“Tierney is an absolute life saver! I was recommended to her by another Rover on a very short notice. She made herself available to come over and watch my dogs for a couple hours at a time. She was fabulous with my two small dogs and made them comfortable, ensured they had time outside, treats, and cuddles. I am so grateful for Tierney! Can’t wait to use her services again in the future!”

“Thank you so much for taking such great care of our Ikey! It was super easy working with Annie. She did everything we asked and even got in some really good playing time with Ike. I’m sure he really appreciates it and I know we really did as well. We will hopefully work with Annie again soon!”

“Vitaliy is the most thoughtful pet caregiver we’ve ever worked with. He was able to come care for our kitties on short notice and we are very grateful. He was very thorough with their care, even with things we forgot to mention, and is excellent at communicating. Next time we need someone to take care of our cats, we hope he will be available because we had nothing but peace of mind knowing our kitties were being taken care of by Vitaliy.”

“Caitlin was great!! From the beginning she was very communicative and it was easy to set a time for me to talk to her about my cats and what they needed when I was away. I have relatively shy cats and she was able to connect with both of them over the course of her visits and she sent me great photos of them! I’m so glad I’ve found someone I can trust with my little ones while I travel and I am looking forward to working with Caitlin again.”

About: I’ve had a pet in the home since I was little and have been caring for friend’s dogs around the city for years. I now have a bit more time on my hands and want to care for and love on your pet too! I know all pets have their own personality and needs so just let me know what they need and I can’t wait to care and spend time with them. I’m currently working part time so I have plenty of time to care for and play with your pets! I have a flexible schedule so can be available for your needs. I can easily crate your pet, put on their favorite collar, play with their favorite toy and report back to you to bring you all the peace of mind while you’re away.
“Siddhi was really helpful and Kind! One of my cats had to take medicine and she Took very Well Care of him! The Communication was great and receiving pics of my cats playing and cuddling was a Relief ! Really recommend her!”

About: I've owned pets (both cats and dogs) since I was very young, including pets that required special care and medicine. We've owned multiple senior pets, having cared for them from puppy/kitten age through their senior years. Other than pets we have adopted at an older age, I have helped care for our pets throughout their entire life, starting from a couple of months of age. I would be able to help with pets that require medication or special care routines, as well as adjust to their activity levels. I also have experience as an assistant at a veterinary office, so I am comfortable working with animals in general, including larger breeds of dogs. I also have experience with pet sitting/house sitting for my friends and family on multiple occasions! I'm currently a graduate student at UIC, working on research in the areas of Chemical Biology and Synthetic Chemistry. During the week, I am usually on campus during the day in classes, meetings, lab, etc., but I am available to provide excellent service any day of the week. I would be able to perform morning, evening, and overnight services. I provide care in a manner that best suits your pet's needs. I prioritize safety, trust, and comfort for your pets and strive to meet their needs to the best of my ability. If you would like any specific requests, just let me know, and I can adjust accordingly to make sure I meet and exceed your pet's care needs!
“Jason is absolutely INCREDIBLE with my two cat gals. He plays with them when they are missing me and is SO accommodating. I trust Jason with my fur babies and always reach out to him first if I am out of town. Tomato and Elphie love you, Jason! Thanks for being amazing.”

“Erin was OUTSTANDING! She followed all of the instructions and then some, and she sent wonderful updates. An excellent communicator and totally reliable. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking.”

“Margaret did a wonderful job! She is professional and has a calming presence that made our puppy feel very comfortable while we were away. We came home to a calm and relaxed puppy. It was clear Margaret took great care of her!”

Over 253 pet parents in Near West Side have booked pet sitting
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Hope was so thorough, communicative, and lovely to work with. I've become a more anxious pet parent as our cats have gotten older and she immediately made me feel at ease. She cared for them as if they were her own, sent great pictures, and I will absolutely be reaching back out to her when we need pet care again! Thank you so much, Hope!

Stefanie took amazing care of our cat, Cash, and we couldn’t have asked for a better Rover sitter. She provided detailed Rover cards, tons of photos, and thoughtful updates that gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. It’s clear that Stefanie genuinely cares about the pets she watches. She gave Cash plenty of attention, was incredibly trustworthy and communicative, and made us feel confident that he was in great hands. As an added bonus, during our week-long booking she even watered our flowers for us, which was such a thoughtful gesture and truly above and beyond. We would rebook with Stefanie 10 times over and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and attentive pet sitter! 🐾❤️

Absolutely fantastic sitter for our four kitties! She went above and beyond. It’s very clear she’s putting her whole heart into taking care of the fur babies. She stayed with them not just to feed and water but to play and brush, even bringing her own toys! Would rebook in a heartbeat.

Ella is amazing! Biscuit absolutely loves her, and I really appreciate how communicative she is after every walk. What sold me completely was during a terrible thunderstorm, Ella still showed up and even took extra time to calm Biscuit down since he gets so nervous during storms. That kind of care says everything about who Ella is. We feel so lucky to have her walking our Maltipoo and recommend her without hesitation.

Bella was absolutely incredible!! We hesitate to leave our doggies alone for more than 3 hours as they are anxious and one of them is a senior with a brain tumor. We decided to give it a go to celebrate my partner’s birthday and were nervously texting Bella the whole time. Our Caroline ended up having a very rough time and Bella went above and beyond to care for her. She gave us regular updates, calmed & comforted Caroline, and stayed until both doggies had settled down and were ready for bed. She kept us all sane that night and I don’t think we could’ve done it without Bella!

Samia was fabulous once again! Can’t recommend her enough. Very communicative. Great videos. And even offered to bring in stuff before a storm. Our shy kitten LOVES her! And she’s super understanding when my older cat acts up. She leaves a different movie on for the girls before she leaves lol that’s my favorite.

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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Near West Side is $20
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Sitters in Near West Side average 6 repeat pet sitting clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Near West Side on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jun 2026, there are 12,291 pet sitters in Near West Side. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 86% of Near West Side pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Near West Side have an average of 14 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Near West Side.
Rover makes it easy to find Near West Side pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 12,291 pet sitters in Near West Side on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Near West Side, 96% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 90% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
















