Pet Boarding in Palatine

“Yamile is super nice and you can tell she likes pets. She took good care of my dog and cat. I also appreciated that her dog was very chill, even around my cat (they barely acknowledged each other!). Would book with her again.”

Laura D.

“We have used Jeff twice now. He was very quick to communicate back whenever I had a question and was very sweet with our skittish dog. Jeff is home often, which made our older doggie feel safe. The second time we used Jeff and were dropping him off, our dog ran right into his house: so excited!! It was a blessing knowing Jeff was taking care of our dog so that we could enjoy our trips.”

julie T.

“Is there a 10 star option? Katelyn and Andrew are the BEST. They took such amazing care of Fry. They took him on walks, they let him sleep wherever he wanted, and they asked the most thoughtful questions. Would recommend without hesitation.”

Autumn R.

“Kent is a lifesaver! It was the weekend of my daughter’s wedding and I had a sitter scheduled and had even dropped my dog off. Unfortunately, my sitters dog had a medical emergency and I had to pick up my dog within hours of dropping her off. I was so nervous, having to find another sitter for a weekend stay, starting the same day, without having met the potential sitter, all while trying to finish up last minute wedding preparations. Enter Kent! I reached out to several Rover sitters as I knew it was going to be tough to find someone so last minute. Kent was one of a few to respond positively, which was amazing to actually have options at this point! I read Kent’s bio and he sounded so kind and it was apparent that he loved dogs. I am thrilled to say that he exceeded my expectations!! He and my pup, Alice, got along so well and he clearly loved her. He sent lovely updates and photos of her throughout the weekend. I will definitely be using Kent again to watch my dog. I truly couldn’t be happier with how the weekend went. I was able to fully concentrate on my daughter’s wedding without a worry about my Alice. Thank you, Kent!!”

Annette L.

“As usual, my dog was taken care of well and allowed me to have confidence that he was okay while I was away. D'artagnan has such great skills with dealing with and handling canines, I'll continue to be a repeat customer because of the great service that he provides. 5 stars, will recommend!”

Marsha W.

“Thomas is an amazing sitter, and communicating with him is very smooth. He sends me photos of my dog and keeps me updated on how he's doing. He was very patient waiting for me before I picked up Echo. I will continue to use him as a sitter in the future.”

Xiao L.

“One of the best experiences I have had for my Tuffy. Svitlana was absolutely amazing. Took great care of my girl and sent me numerous photos and videos. Such a kind lady who definitely takes care of each guest as one of her own! Thank you Svitlana, I will be reaching out again when I need it!”

Adriana S.

“Stephanie was great! Very easy to communicate with (and flexible with our flight schedules for Drop off and pick up times) and we felt like Leo was being taken care of so well. Definitely eased our minds having Leo stay with her while we were gone. We also got so many cute pictures of him during his stay! We would definitely have her watch Leo again!”

Albert B.

“This was Bub's second stay with Christina and I could easily tell how excited he was to go back to her and his new pal Nash. Highly recommended.”

Jim W.

“Another awesome visit with Vicki! Our Charlie loves staying with Vicki. We appreciate how Vicki cares for Charlie and keeps us updated during the visit.”

Jack R.

“The meet and greet with Alyssa went so well that Ginger and Bailey felt right at home when they did a long day visit. Between Alyssa taking them for walks, having other sweet dogs for them to play with, a great fenced in yard and dog beds for them to rest on, they were in so happy and content! All the love and cuddles they got from Alyssa and her husband were icing on the doggy treat cake:)”

Annette & Chris E.

“Fantastic sitter! Pump was clearly very well taken care of and I loved getting updates while I was away. Reliable, communicative, and very kind. Highly recommend!”

Sabrina B.

“Cindy & her family were absolutely amazing with my pup. I am really cautious about leaving my girl behind, but Cindy made me feel at ease immediately. I received many sweet photos and updates. Highly recommend!!!”

Katrina S.

“Antonina stepped in on short notice which i greatly appreciate! She is a nice and communicative person. She sent pictures of my baby. Lilu looked so happy and well taken care of. I definitely recommend her and I will be using her again.”

Liza P.

“Thank you again for yet another amazing stay for our dog! Melissa and her family made sure Champ felt loved and cared for the entire time. Amazing communication, pictures and flexibility to accommodate us! Thank you so much!!”

Trina V.

“Amanda took great care of my two dogs. It was very easy to communicate with her about details of their stay. When I dropped dogs off I felt very happy about leaving them. She was prepared to get them acclimated to her house and other dogs that may have been there. During the trip I received photos and updates daily on my pups. When I picked up my dogs she had everything organized and ready to go. The dogs looked great! I will definitely have Amanda watch my dogs the next time it is needed!”

Betsy S.

About: Thanks for checking out my profile. I've been caring for cats and dogs my whole life; 17 animals over the years. I currently have 2 well socialized doggies and 1 adult cat. I am also fostering 2 kittens. I love my little snuggle buttons and am constantly training, playing, petting, and caring for my animals. I would love my animals to be well socialized with many animals so thought Rover would be a great option for that. Also, I'm 10 weeks pregnant so I'm looking for things I love to do that I can do out of my home and I am biologically wired to provide snuggles right now! I work a 3-5 hour shift at my med spa, 3 to 5 days per week. I generally wake around 8, do breakfast for everyone, work from home for an hour, take the doggies for a walk, do kitten playtime, leave for work between 12-3, get everyone snack/treats, doggies get a second walk around 4:30, then I am home for the rest of the evening. I do dinner for myself and the animals, playtime, and then last chance for snacks. The animals sleep in my room with me, we love to snuggle! I love that the animals have each other to interact with even while I'm at work. We do not use any crates. I provide 4 bowls of double purified water so there is no risk of anyone going thirsty. I am a nurse so more than capable of following any feeding or medication regimens you may need. I am very big on socializing my animals. I encourage them to be vocal and friendly. My cat Jon Snow has over 50 distinctive vocalizations. To keep myself fit I do two dog walks per day, about an hour and 20 min total at a leisurely pace. I am steps away from Doug Lindberg park so we walk past ducks, otters, herons, and lots of other doggies (although I keep my distance since I don't know vaccine history or temperament). I have a 6 ft fenced in yard and let the dogs out frequently when it's sunny.

“I have never had Rory try to turn around and stay with her sitter before, but she did today! It was clear that she really enjoyed her time with Kyle and Marta and that she wasn’t ready for her vacation to be over! Kyle made me feel so ease throughout the process - he asked all the questions he needed to make sure Rory would be safe and comfortable and sent me updates (with cute pictures!) every day. I didn’t worry about my baby the whole time and would definitely leave her in Kyle’s care again, she seemed very happy.”

Amanda K.

“Jae and her family were amazing to my sweet puppy. I could not have asked for a better family to take care of my dog; we felt absolutely blessed to have such a perfect home when we were gone. The entire family treated her like she was part of the family, and I always felt comforted on my vacation to receive pictures of my dog enjoying her days with her interim family. I will absolutely only use Jae now. And our dogs have become great friends too, so what an incredible bonus!”

Danielle S.

About: For the past 8 years, I have been providing off-and-on sitting, boarding, and walking care for various relatives' dogs. Through caring for family pets, ranging from energetic Boxers to gentle Cockapoos, I have gained extensive, hands-on experience handling different temperaments, routines, and unique canine behaviors. While household allergies mean I am unable to have a full-time dog of my own, opening up my schedule to part-time pet sitting allows me to bring my passion for dogs into my daily life. This setup works beautifully for my clients, as it means your dog receives 100% of my focused attention and care during their time with me, without competing for space with a resident pet. Because I am currently doing pet care full-time, my schedule is highly flexible and open. I am available throughout the day for morning, midday, and evening walks or drop-in visits, seven days a week. This open availability means I can easily accommodate your dog’s specific routine, feeding times, and potty schedule without rush. Whether you need a reliable midday walker while you are at the office, or a flexible sitter for last-minute weekend plans, I am here to provide consistent, dedicated care when you need it most. Safety on Walks & Drop-Ins Safety is my absolute top priority. When walking your dog, I practice active situational awareness—I monitor the environment for triggers like loud traffic, bicycles, or off-leash dogs well before they become an issue. I use a secure, two-handed leash grip and never let your dog off-leash in public spaces. If your dog is sensitive or easily spooked, I am happy to take quieter routes and use positive reinforcement to keep them feeling safe and secure. My Home Environment (For Short-Term Boarding) I live in a clean, smoke-free home with a secure, fully fenced yard where your dog can safely stretch their legs under my direct, 100% supervision. I do not have any resident dogs or cats, meaning your pup will enjoy a peaceful environment without the stress of competing for space. We do share our home with a few securely housed reptiles (a Ball Python, a DeKay's Brown Snake, and two leopard geckos) who live strictly inside their locked enclosures, completely out of reach of guest dogs. Because we manage a saliva allergy in our household, my home is kept exceptionally clean, well-maintained, and structured. We maintain excellent boundaries: guest dogs are kept out of bedrooms and are safely crated during bedtime or if I ever need to step out for a brief moment. Your dog will receive a wonderful balance of structure, safety, and a whole lot of love.