Dog Sitting in Northbrook

About: I've been caring for dogs since I was young, starting with my neighbor's Old English Sheepdog. Today, I'm the go-to sitter my sister relies on to care for her little fluffball, whether it's for an evening away or extended vacations. I'm comfortable providing consistent, attentive care for every pet -- and following your every instruction to make sure your pet stays happy and healthy while you're away. I currently work a flexible, non-traditional schedule that includes fantasy illustration projects and teaching art classes. This gives me built-in gaps during the day that I'd love to fill with dog care, whether that means walks, playtime, or multi-day companionship. Your dog's routine and well-being are my top priorities. I make sure that your dog gets the best care possible and will follow all instructions to the letter: setting phone alarms to ensure potty breaks and meals happen right on time, monitoring treats so your dog is neither over- nor under-indulged, and sticking closely to established sleep schedules. I'm equally respectful of your home, taking care to leave it as clean and orderly (or better) than when I arrived.

“Katrina was so great with Olive! She is super responsive and made sure that Olive was well cared for while I was away. Will be booking again!”

Ellyse T.

“Karina was timely and so sweet to our baby. She made sure to be gentle with her for the first time and showed genuine care for her. We cant wait to book again!”

Jordan C.

“She regularly updated me with photos and was thoughtful enough to realize I hadn't considered getting my keys back.”

Kristian H.

“Donna is friendly and reliable as always! We trust her to take care of our cat every time we leave town. She communicates well and we know kitty is in good hands.”

Christina O.

“This is the second time I’ve had Lisa watch my cat and she did a great job again. Very attentive to detail and makes sure my cat is entertained and happy before she leaves. Will continue to book with her!”

Carly L.

“Abby did a fantastic job caring for my two kitties, one of whom requires daily pills. She sent me adorable pics and kept them fed and happy for the two days that I was out of town. Will absolutely book her again. Thanks, Abby!”

Mary P.

“Responsible and great to work with as always!”

Rory B.

“We were so happy with Jason! Our dogs absolutely love him, and we felt completely comfortable leaving them in his care. He's reliable and clearly loves animals. Highly recommend!”

Vikram K.

About: Hi! I’m Anji and I’m a huge animal lover with plenty of experience caring for dogs- and sometimes cats- of all kinds. I’ve pet-sat for friends and family for years, and I know how important it is to have someone trustworthy and attentive watching over your furry family. Since I also have a dog named Astro, I understand from a more protective perspective. Whether your pup needs a long walk, a play break, or just a snuggle session while you’re away, I’m here to help! I’m very comfortable with: • Daily feedings, treats & water refills 🍖 • Long walks or short potty breaks 🚶‍♀️ • Administering medications 💊 • Playtime and enrichment 🧸 I’m based locally and ride a bike everywhere, so I can get to your home reliably and quickly. Don’t worry if you are a bit far away from my local town, I can take transportation to make it easier for you! I treat every pet like my own with patience, kindness, and lots of love. Let me know how I can make your pet feel safe and cared for while you’re away. I’m excited to meet your furry companion! Pet care fits naturally into my daily and weekly routine because I have a flexible schedule and genuinely enjoy spending time with animals. I structure my days to make sure pets in my care get consistent attention, exercise, and affection, whether that means early morning walks, mid-day check-ins, or evening playtime. Since I’m often on my bike and working locally, I can easily adjust my route to stop in for walks, feedings, or overnight visits. Caring for animals brings me a sense of peace and purpose, so I make time for it just like I would for work, friends, or self-care. I also love building consistent routines with pets because I know how important it is for them to feel safe, secure, and well-loved while their humans are away. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I always prioritize comfort, safety, and consistency. I follow your pet’s regular routine as closely as possible: from feeding times and walk schedules to preferred play styles and sleep spots. I respect your home like it’s my own, keeping things clean, quiet, and stress-free for both you and your pet. On top of pet-care, I can confidently say I can take care of your living accommodation as well. For drop-ins and walks, I give pets my full attention: making sure they get proper exercise, fresh water, and a little love before I leave. I also send photo updates and quick notes so you always know how your pet is doing. If I’m providing overnight care, I stay with your pet as much as possible, offering companionship and calm energy. I’m especially attentive at night and early morning when pets can feel most anxious in their owner’s absence. Overall, my goal is to make your pet feel safe, happy, and at home.

“Leah is so great! She did a phenomenal job taking care of my cat while I was away, giving me the peace of mind that my cat was in great hands. Highly recommended!”

Chad C.

“Cathy started caring for our black lab, Wendy, last week. She responded so quickly to my messages and was able to do a meet and greet within days of my first message to her! Our dog loves Cathy and it’s been going really well when Cathy comes to let her out at lunchtime. I would definitely recommend Cathy to care for your pet! She has a lab of her own and a lot of experience.”

Alexandra B.

About: I have taken care of my neighbors dogs and cats since I was 13 when requested. I can walk, feed, and play with dogs or cats for 30 min to 1 hour if needed. I work in Northbrook on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. My hours are 9 am to 4 pm with an hour lunch break from 12 to 1. I’m looking for someone that needs extra help caring for a pet during these days, I’m available before work, right after work, or on my lunch break. I am very gently, loving, and cautious when caring for other people’s pets. I have no problem accommodating/adjusting my care to meet pets’ specific needs.

“Stephen and Donna did an excellent job walking our Great Pyrenees mix several times over a few weeks. You could feel their love for dogs from the moment we met them and they were very communicative and kind throughout the whole process. Our boy enjoyed and looked forward to his walks with them and we would definitely recommend and use their services in the future.”

Denise M.

“I’ve always been happy with Grace’s services, she’s very dependable and has taken great care of my dog.”

S. K.

“Sydney took the best care of our cat Cooper and I could tell when we got home that he was given lots of attention! She was super thorough with all of her notes about her visits and took lots of great pictures for us to see our little guy while we were gone. Thanks for taking such good care of him!”

Christen D.

“Jennifer was great! She did a great job watching over Koko. She would send us pictures and we were so glad to see Koko going right up to her. Would certainly recommend.”

David P.

About: I love dogs and cats! I have worked in a dog daycare and boarding facility. I have two large-medium dogs and a cat in my family. I have dog sat many times for friends, family, and for those I was babysitting for. I’m currently not working since I am a college student on break! I have tons of free time and what better way to spend it than hanging out with dogs and cats! I am free everyday and at anytime! I accept last minute requests! I unfortunately cannot board your dog/cat at my home. At your home, I would carefully keep an eye on your pet, feed it, pet it, cuddle with it, let it out for potty breaks, and spend most of my day if not the whole day if needed with your pet!

“Thanks again, Anna, for the fantastic care you provided to Henrik. It was especially great of you to get him some more baby food. He is doing pretty well; has good days and not so good days but on the not so good days, he will eat the baby food and it seems to help him regain his strength. He's enjoying his routine of meowing for breakfast and attention, then later in day looking for good nap spots and eating some of his cat food. He's approaching age 18.”

Lynnette W.

About: I grew up with dogs my whole life. I have a 5 year old lab mix that is my obsession. My close friends rely on my to watch their dogs when they go out of town. I work fully remote from my home where I have plenty of time to give love and attention to dogs. I take my pup out a few times through the day. I live in a townhome with plenty of space for your dog to feel comfortable. I have plenty of toys to play with. There is a dog park in my complex and there is a walking trail right near my place if your dog prefers a longer walk.