Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in North Center, Chicago, IL
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“Jessica is so wonderful!! She pays attention to detail, shares plenty of updates and great pictures and her communication is top tier!! I highly recommend Jessica for your pet needs!”


“Jennifer did a wonderful job and gave me such peace of mind about my little guy while out of town! Wonderful communicator who gave very thorough updates and lots of pictures. We hope to book with her again in the future!”


“I’ve booked Kaitlyn multiple times and have only had positive experiences. She responds quickly, is very communicative, and most importantly my cat likes her!”


“Allison was great with my high-energy pup Millie! She asked thorough questions to make sure she was fully prepared to take the best care of her. I will definitely be using Allison going forward! (Bonus: also takes great photos ?)”

“Valentina has been great to work with! I've booked her twice to check in on my 2 year old cat while my husband and I have been away and I always feel such relief to know she'll be popping by to check in our cat and give her some love. I plan to book again in the future!”


“Ana dropped in on our senior pups while we had to be out all day. One of our senior dogs needs a little more help and she was able to give him a little break while we were gone and attend to his needs. Our other senior pup seemed so excited to see Ana again that she wouldn’t stop begging for pets!”


“Sara was so lovely and flexible with our kitties while we were gone. We have one cat who is rather skittish but she LOVED Sara and came out to play! I was so impressed, and will definitely be using Sara as our permanent cat sitter. Pictures were plentiful and so funny too!”


“I had an excellent experience! I could tell my cat was getting exactly what she wanted (lots of pets haha!) Got pictures every day and any packages I had were promptly brought in my from my mail room which was a big plus. I said cleaning was on an as needed basis (my cat can make a bit of a mess with her litterbox and food bowl so cleaning every single day can be a little pointless if there's no foot traffic in the home) but I came home to a very clean space regardless which I appreciated! I was also able to get scheduled in fairly easy minutes for about a 2 week period which was a big relief to me! Overall, a great experience!”


“Tammy was wonderful! I would highly recommend her. When I returned from my trip I could tell that my shy/anxious cat was really well taken care of. I loved the photo updates Tammy sent and really appreciated the great communication too. I knew Fiona was in trusted hands.”



“Kelly was a huge help to me with my aging, unwell cat. She was kind and caring and provided notes and details on the overall health of my cat each day, giving me great piece of mind and comfort while I was away. Kelly has a love for animals and I felt my my pet was in good hands under her care.”


“Mia took the time to get to know our very shy cat and by the end of our trip, was playing and petting our shy cat who usually hides when we have a house guest. Thank you Mia!”


“Andrea did a great job with our golden! He is a goofball and can be stubborn, but she got him to outside do his business and then came back inside to play with him. Looking forward to using her again!”


“Sienna has been great with my rescue, Leah. She is a nervous dog who needs some extra time getting to know someone. It’s great to feel confident when Sienna is there. She is communicative and easy to work with.”


About: I’ve always had a ton of pets - I have a medium sized dog and two cats at home, and while I’m here in Chicago for my Master’s I have my own two cats! I have a ton of experience with dogs and cats, not only taking care of my own, but also with friends and neighbors who relied on me to walk, feed, and play with their animals. As a bonus I also have some experience with small reptiles (lizards) so if you have any of those I would be able to assist in feedings. I’m a full-time student with a slightly weird schedule. Your location will matter for my ability to be there, but in general I can do very early morning drop ins/walks, most afternoons, and every evening during the weekdays. I’m free Friday-Sunday all day and could come over to play and hang out! I will abide by whatever security measures you have for your pet. I will keep your dog leashed at all times, even if they are in your own yard, and will make sure they do not come into close contact with another dog while on walks. My cats are indoors only so I’m familiar with how to keep indoor cats from trying to escape outside.

About: We would love to spoil your pup! 20+ years of dog care experience. Senior dog and special needs experience. WFH and active lifestyle who loves walks and exploring the lakefront and forest preserve trails. Your pup will have an amazing staycation while you are away. About me, I adopted Jess over thirteen years ago when she was nine months old. She is 14 years old now, but has the spirit of a puppy still. Moreover, Jess has had a host of congenital health issues, from allergies to a kidney removal, so I've seen it all and can handle it all. If your dog needs: extra attention to detail, pills, shots, has weird quirks, etc, it's just another day for me. Feel free to reach out! Would love to meet and care for your best friend over a long weekend, for daycare/playcare during the workday, or on one of our many walks! With a senior dog, we go out about 6-8 times a day, and a mix of long and short walks. For context, Jess usually gets out for around 3-5 miles walking per day, so if you have an active pup, that is not a problem! Working fully remote gives a little flexibility based on needs. Dogs get free movement throughout the house here, and I only accept one house guest at a time for focused attention. My pup was crate-trained as a puppy, so if for any reason I need to step out of the house and a crate is your preference for your pup, I have one here and available. There is a gate on the back porch if we’re hanging out on the patio, but the backyard is fully fenced and locked as well! With a senior dog, a little extra attention on my end is given to ensure resting places are easy for movement. And extra attention is made to ensure anything interesting is out of a mouth’s reach!
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Kevin W.

“Kevin was awesome with my cat and send great pictures! Highly recommend having Kevin check on your pet.”


Mike S.Star Sitter

“Mike was very responsive and gave detailed reports for my cat Poppy while I was out of town. I can tell that Poppy enjoyed spending time with Mine.”


Elyse C.

“Elyse took great care of our cat and dog while we were away for a long weekend. She sent detailed updates and lots of pics. We will definitely book again!”


Jessica O.

“Jessica is so wonderful!! She pays attention to detail, shares plenty of updates and great pictures and her communication is top tier!! I highly recommend Jessica for your pet needs!”


Jennifer C.
Star Sitter


“Jennifer did a wonderful job and gave me such peace of mind about my little guy while out of town! Wonderful communicator who gave very thorough updates and lots of pictures. We hope to book with her again in the future!”


Kaitlyn K.
Star Sitter


“I’ve booked Kaitlyn multiple times and have only had positive experiences. She responds quickly, is very communicative, and most importantly my cat likes her!”


Allison C.Star Sitter
“Allison was great with my high-energy pup Millie! She asked thorough questions to make sure she was fully prepared to take the best care of her. I will definitely be using Allison going forward! (Bonus: also takes great photos ?)”


Valentina M.


“Valentina has been great to work with! I've booked her twice to check in on my 2 year old cat while my husband and I have been away and I always feel such relief to know she'll be popping by to check in our cat and give her some love. I plan to book again in the future!”




Nicole C.

“Nicole has been such a star. She was reliable, Josie loves her and so do we.”


Ana C.Star Sitter

“Ana dropped in on our senior pups while we had to be out all day. One of our senior dogs needs a little more help and she was able to give him a little break while we were gone and attend to his needs. Our other senior pup seemed so excited to see Ana again that she wouldn’t stop begging for pets!”


Sara S.Star Sitter

“Sara was so lovely and flexible with our kitties while we were gone. We have one cat who is rather skittish but she LOVED Sara and came out to play! I was so impressed, and will definitely be using Sara as our permanent cat sitter. Pictures were plentiful and so funny too!”


Olivia M. & Hannah T.Star Sitter

“I had an excellent experience! I could tell my cat was getting exactly what she wanted (lots of pets haha!) Got pictures every day and any packages I had were promptly brought in my from my mail room which was a big plus. I said cleaning was on an as needed basis (my cat can make a bit of a mess with her litterbox and food bowl so cleaning every single day can be a little pointless if there's no foot traffic in the home) but I came home to a very clean space regardless which I appreciated! I was also able to get scheduled in fairly easy minutes for about a 2 week period which was a big relief to me! Overall, a great experience!”


Tammy M.Star Sitter

“Tammy was wonderful! I would highly recommend her. When I returned from my trip I could tell that my shy/anxious cat was really well taken care of. I loved the photo updates Tammy sent and really appreciated the great communication too. I knew Fiona was in trusted hands.”




Kelly W.
Star Sitter


“Kelly was a huge help to me with my aging, unwell cat. She was kind and caring and provided notes and details on the overall health of my cat each day, giving me great piece of mind and comfort while I was away. Kelly has a love for animals and I felt my my pet was in good hands under her care.”


Mia P.Star Sitter

“Mia took the time to get to know our very shy cat and by the end of our trip, was playing and petting our shy cat who usually hides when we have a house guest. Thank you Mia!”


Andrea B.Star Sitter

“Andrea did a great job with our golden! He is a goofball and can be stubborn, but she got him to outside do his business and then came back inside to play with him. Looking forward to using her again!”


Sienna S.Star Sitter

“Sienna has been great with my rescue, Leah. She is a nervous dog who needs some extra time getting to know someone. It’s great to feel confident when Sienna is there. She is communicative and easy to work with.”


Mira C.
“Mira was great when watching my cat Bear! Bear can be a little over friendly and demand cuddles ALL the time but Mira was there to give them to him. Not only did she make sure he was fed and played with but she even made sure that when he had a bit of an upset tummy, that his fluffy fur was cleaned off. When I returned home, Bear was a happy camper and acted like he didn't even miss me at all.”


Elizabeth J.

“Elizabeth was fantastic with our puppy Gus! She helped us out on short notice and gave us a great update and photos! Absolutely will have her come again!”


Nicole K.
About: We would love to spoil your pup! 20+ years of dog care experience. Senior dog and special needs experience. WFH and active lifestyle who loves walks and exploring the lakefront and forest preserve trails. Your pup will have an amazing staycation while you are away. About me, I adopted Jess over thirteen years ago when she was nine months old. She is 14 years old now, but has the spirit of a puppy still. Moreover, Jess has had a host of congenital health issues, from allergies to a kidney removal, so I've seen it all and can handle it all. If your dog needs: extra attention to detail, pills, shots, has weird quirks, etc, it's just another day for me. Feel free to reach out! Would love to meet and care for your best friend over a long weekend, for daycare/playcare during the workday, or on one of our many walks! With a senior dog, we go out about 6-8 times a day, and a mix of long and short walks. For context, Jess usually gets out for around 3-5 miles walking per day, so if you have an active pup, that is not a problem! Working fully remote gives a little flexibility based on needs. Dogs get free movement throughout the house here, and I only accept one house guest at a time for focused attention. My pup was crate-trained as a puppy, so if for any reason I need to step out of the house and a crate is your preference for your pup, I have one here and available. There is a gate on the back porch if we’re hanging out on the patio, but the backyard is fully fenced and locked as well! With a senior dog, a little extra attention on my end is given to ensure resting places are easy for movement. And extra attention is made to ensure anything interesting is out of a mouth’s reach!
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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 North Center.
Rover makes it easy to find North Center 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
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