House Sitting Park Ridge

“I am amazed by how well Ruth took care of my cat. She was always communicating with tons of pictures. There was not one moment throughout my trip away from home that I had any concern because of how well Ruth took care of my fur baby. I would recommend her 10000%.”

Jessica H.

About: I am currently on a pre veterinarian track at Jacksonville University. I have always loved working with animals from the zoo to vet clinics to my own animals. I have always loved to spend time with animals which is why I have decided to sign up for rover. I would love to express my passion and help others have complete comfort when leaving their furry friend. I want my clients to know they’re with someone who is passionate & experienced with all that is needed for their pets care. At home I have 3 dogs, 4 cats, 2 bunnies, and 2 guinea pigs! Everyday I experience hands on experience with pets feeding, cleaning, walking, and best of all giving them lots of love! At my clients home I make sure I go above and beyond to care for your pets! I will always be sure to make sure I clean up any mess, give your animal lots of love and comfort, and make sure all their energy is out whether that is throwing the ball outside, walks, or runs!

“This was our first house sitting with Rover and Nathan. Nathan always responded quickly in the app. He sent pictures while we were away. He played with Sadie and took good care of our property too. Will definitely use Nathan again. Sadie was very relaxed and happy when we returned home!”

Wendy M.

“Colleen was great with Riley: she kept him busy and happy> She also laundered her own linens - much appreciated and helped with mail and plants. Great job! We will use her again.”

Jennifer B.

“We're so grateful to Katherine for the care she provided to our senior dog, Angel. Throughout the long weekend we were sent timely feedback and pictures of Angel in various activities. Lately, taveling had become stressful due to Angel's age and health conditions but Katherine's care of her gave us the opportunity to enjoy our family trip with no worries.”

Duane Z.

“Kaitlyn was amazing! She was available on short notice on a holiday weekend to watch my cat and my current foster dog (who only has three legs!) Kaitlyn went out of her way to go over the tripod's care and gave me updates on her improving mobility. She took great care of our pets and our home and I would use her again!”

Krista B.

“Alex was great! Freya loved her, I got daily updates 😊”

Caroline M.

“Illeana was great. She house sat and took good care of my babies while I was away on a trip. She was very respectful of my home, gave me tons of updates and my dogs loved her. I highly recommend her:)”

Sandra R.

“So grateful to have found Jessica. She was able to fit us in with little notice, arrived on time, and dove right in to get to know our two dogs—one a very energetic puppy. They loved her (I can just tell) and we loved how she sent pics and was so personable and professional. I look forward to having her sit for us again soon.”

Heidi A.

“Sierra took such good care of Sunshine! She sent pictures of him. She walked him as frequently as we requested. We will definitely be requesting her again!”

Josephine I.

“Bri did it again! I’m officially a return customer. She watched my 3 big fur babies again. They absolutely love her! Bri kept me updated the entire time and even made sure my house was in order for my return.”

Amiee W.

“Amazing care and my cat loves her!! First sleepover for a week while I was gone and she was super efficient and went the extra mile taking care of Kaydo. I Highly recommend Ashley.”

Keeli A.

“Isabella kept our sweet cavapoo while we were on a family vacation. Everything went great. We loved that Isabella sent pictures ! She also easily handled eardrops and allergy medicine for her. We would definitely book Isabella again!”

Lauren W.

About: I have had my own dogs and cats my whole life, including caring for a senior dog and cat and a diabetic dog. I also have worked at a zoo for three years working with farm, exotic, and local wildlife. Most recently I worked at a boarding facility where owners leave their dogs, cats, and other animals to us when out of town. I currently work but have a flexible schedule to help out when needed. I have my own dogs right now so I always make sure to have enough time to play and let out in between what I am doing. I have experience with many different types of dogs personality and breed wise, meaning I understand all dogs require different care. I am patient and willing to follow any instructions regarding the ways owners take care of their dogs as long as it requires lots of love!

“Kristin was awesome! Our dog loved her and she gave him took great care of him. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a polite, trustworthy sitter.”

Charitie G.

About: My mission is to provide compassionate, dependable, and personalized care that allows pets to feel safe, loved, and comfortable in their own home while giving their families complete peace of mind. Every visit is built on kindness, trust, and treating each pet like a member of our own family. Currently living with a cat, but she will be behind closed door, in the master bedroom during visits or boarding. I offer flexible availability throughout the week, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. I do my best to accommodate regular daily walks, drop-in visits, and pet sitting requests based on client needs and availability. For recurring dog walking clients, I typically schedule visits within consistent time windows (such as mid-morning or early afternoon), which helps maintain your pet’s routine and reduces stress. For pet sitting and drop-in visits, I will coordinate a schedule in advance to ensure your pet receives reliable care and attention while you are away. I respond to messages promptly and will always communicate clearly if I am unavailable or if my schedule is full for a specific time period. The safety and well-being of every pet is my top priority. I provide care exclusively in my clients’ homes or during walks, which allows pets to remain in their familiar environment and maintain their normal routine with minimal stress. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I follow all instructions closely regarding feeding, medications, routines, and house rules. I take time to understand each pet’s personality, triggers, and comfort level before beginning care. I ensure all doors and entry points are secure at all times, and I am extremely mindful when entering and exiting the home to prevent any chance of escape. I do not allow off-leash outdoor time unless explicitly approved by the owner and in a fully secure area. I maintain a clean environment by properly handling food areas, litter boxes, and any pet-related messes during each visit. I also monitor pets closely for any changes in behavior, appetite, or health and will immediately communicate any concerns to the owner. Trust and respect are very important to me. I treat every home with care, privacy, and professionalism, as if it were my own.

“Beth was communicative and active with our pup Juju while we were gone. Typically I worry nonstop no matter who is with him but found myself simply enjoying our trip! Thanks to Beth for making this a zero stress experience.”

Jacqueline M.

“Amazing first experience with the app Elijah took such great care of my baby and kept me updated with pictures and messages the entire time, — I would absolutely book again and highly recommend to anyone looking for someone trustworthy to care for their pets!”

T S.

About: We’ve owned many dogs before. We travel frequently for longer periods of time so we can’t have another of our own in this season. We still want to fill the time we are home with a dog in the house and be able to help out families. I work from home and my husband is a teacher so he is home mid afternoon and each evening. We are in and out during the weekends. We live very close to a dog park if that is something your dog is interested in and love going on walks around the neighborhood. We love spending time outside in the backyard or cuddled on the couch. We also have plenty of space if your dog prefers to be in a crate or on its own.

“Heidi stayed wit our dogs while we were out of the country and we couldn’t have asked for a better person to stay with our sweet puppies. We got pictures and updates all the time and came back to happy puppies. It was so wonderful to be able to have them stay in our home instead of a kennel and Heidi provided a great stay for them. Thank you Heidi!”

Leigh E.