Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Near West Side Chicago
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Top rated Near West Side pet sitters
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“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 great! She came by for a meet and greet a few days before the booking to get all the info and meet Frankie. She took great care of her and came exactly when the booking needed her to. She gave great updates and shared tons of pics. Thanks, Lisa!”

“Vitaliia has done an excellent job caring for our shy dog, letting him go at his own pace and making him feel comfortable. She has been great at communicating with us. Very happy to have her as a weekly friend for him to hang with! Thank you, Vitaliia!!”

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!
“Andres was great with my cat even though she doesn’t love new people. He sent plenty of pictures and made sure that she had water and food and clean litter. He went out of his way to accommodate when I needed to extend my trip. Will definitely book him 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.
“Michaela did a great job with our shy mini dachshund and had great instincts, letting him go at his own pace. She was flexible and communicative throughout the process. We are excited to have her back!”

“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!”


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. Unavailable Tuesdays and Thursdays this semester. 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.
“Rachel was beyond the perfect choice for watching our Eevee (cat) while we were gone! I would recommend her 10/10 times. She went above and beyond and made me feel at ease!”

“Caitlin was reliable and took great care of my kittie. She refilled food and water and kept the litter box clean. She also sent great updates and pictures of my little baby. I’ve already booked her again. Thank you, Caitlin!!! 🐱”

“Siddhi came to check in on my dog Kinzie who is very anxious at baseline. Kinzie is very standoffish to new people but Siddhi has been patient and took the time to gain her trust! She has been great so far with Kinzie and I will definitely be having her check in on her again.”

“I have booked with Eunice multiple times now (some very last minute bookings) and she always does a great job checking in and taking care of my Doberman. Eunice always makes sure my energetic dog gets enough attention and exercise throughout the visit.”

“Morgan was amazing! She took such great care of our cat while we were away for a few days. She was communicative, reliable, and sent us plenty of updates and pictures that gave us peace of mind. We came home to a happy and well-cared-for kitty. Highly recommend Morgan and will definitely book with her again!”

“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!”

“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.”

“Had an absolutely amazing experience with Rebecca watching our cat Juniper! She was very responsive, did a great job with all our feeding and care instructions, and even went the extra mile to help us during a small emergency. 10/10 recommend her if you are looking a kind and reliable pet sitter! We will definitely be working with her again in the future.”

“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!”

Near West Side pet parents share their Rover experiences
Hope far exceeded our expectations. This was our first time using rover and first time leaving our fur baby with someone other than friends and family. Hope was so communicative, loved on our baby, and was just the best person we could’ve trusted to take care of our family. We will 100% be using her in the future and we could not recommend her more! Thank you Hope!!!!

Adriana is an excellent pet sitter! She kept me updated with detailed reports about my cat, which I greatly appreciated. She was communicative, reliable, and incredibly kind to both me and my pet. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter.

Erica was very attentive and went above and beyond to take care of my cat. Most sitters think just because it’s a cat they just need to show up and do nothing so I appreciate when someone actually takes care of my cat and makes sure he’s good. Definitely highly recommend!

We have been working with Ayla for a couple of years while she lived in Chicago, and we were so sad to learn she was moving home to PGH after graduation. Ayla is extremely reliable and such a wonderful pet sitter. She is very detail-oriented and prepared for every visit. She most recently cared for our cat (cranky) but also has experience with our dog (pittie), and they are both enamored with her. She truly got to know our pets, and her care for them exceeded our expectations. She always provided regular and consistent photos and updates, easing our minds while we were away. From drop-ins to house sitting, we always came home to happy and healthy pets and a clean apartment at that. There's no need to look any further for your go-to sitter because Ayla is it! We can't thank her enough!
Stephanie was so helpful in taking care of our 3 cats while we were away! She left thoughtful pictures and notes during her visits, which took away the stress of making sure our cats were ok while we were gone. She is excellent at communicating and I would definitely recommend her to anyone!

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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available 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
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.

















