Dog Boarding in Ritchie, IL
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“Bridget was great and sent multiple updates throughout the day. I could tell from the pictures that Scout was and having a good time. Would definitely use her again.”
“Louie had so much fun with Tami and her dogs Dolly and Bear! Tami has a wonderful backyard that the dogs got to play around in. Throughout our trip we knew Tami was taking great care of him sending lots of pics and updates! We know Louie can be challenging (he’s a very hyper puppy) but luckily he had Bear to play with. We highly recommend Tami and would definitely book with her again!”
“We are so fortunate to have found Angelo and Dawn! They have patiently built trust with our timid baby! They send us videos several times a day and she seems to be having so much fun playing with other dogs!”
“My baby’s second time at Sylvie’s and he had a blast! I love how he’s so excited to be around her and the other pups. I appreciate Sylvie so much for caring for Wally. Absolutely the best!!”
“Michelle and Christy are phenomenal!! They watched my energetic golden retriever for 11 days over the holidays. Having met them a few weeks prior to the extended Rover visit, it was clear that they are really great people, whose positive qualities directly translated into the great amount of care they provided for Mr. Chips during his stay. The amount of updates and open communication they were willing to provide throughout the stay also made a world of difference. Seeing chips having tons of fun totally removed any sense of the worry I would have had leaving him for the 11 days. To top it off, they have a huge fenced in back yard, perfect for doggies to run and play in - and 2 cute dogs for Mr. Chips to play with. 10 out of 10.”
“Jennifer did a fantastic job of taking care of Sadie while we were on vacation! I received daily updates as well as plenty of pictures. Knowing she was well taken care of made it much easier to enjoy our trip. We will definitely use her services again.”
“I can't recommend Karen enough as a dog sitter! She has taken exceptional care of my dog, Django, and I always feel at ease knowing he's in her hands. From the moment I met her, it was clear that she has a genuine love for animals. Karen goes above and beyond, ensuring that Django gets plenty of playtime, exercise, and affection. She provides regular updates and photos, which I truly appreciate. Django always comes home happy and well-cared for after his time with her.”
“Magda was extremely kind, compassionate and caring to our pup when we went out of town for a week. She had timely communication with updates and pictures during the stay. Our pup was happy and cared for and that’s all we could of asked for in a sitter. I would recommend Magda to anyone looking for a dog sitter.”
About: I’m a fur dad to 2 dogs, a cat and a chinchilla. I also come from a family with background on numerous other small animals, reptiles, etc. I can help with any size, shape, or form of pets that’s needed. I’m a school bus driver during the school year. I can walk or do drop in visits before school or after. I can also do afternoons between my routes. In the summer I’d have even more availability. I have three daughter’s and two big dogs. I fully understand attention and care needed to do the job right. I will follow whatever procedures needed for you pet’s special needs.
“The nicest person I’ve ever met, She treated my problem child ( chocolate lab Henry ) like a pro and one of her own family. She can handle anything. And deserves 10 stars.”
“Beth was excellent! This was a great experience, I would definitely recommend Beth (and her sweet little dog Gracie!) and will be sure to reach out to her again when needed. Thank you so much, Beth!”
“Julie and her family are wonderful sitters. My dogs were very comfortable there and very well cared for. Great communication with daily photos provided too! Highly recommended.”
“Shannon was AWESOME with Murph. She took the time to send pictures and updates. Most importantly she kept up on his meds and genuinely cares. Murph loved hanging out with her and with us not having to worry, he will be returning soon!”
“Mariah took such great care of my dog, Dolton! From the moment we met, I could tell she genuinely loves animals and made Dolton feel right at home. She kept me updated with messages and adorable photos, which gave me peace of mind while I was away. Dolton came back happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. I’m so grateful to have found Mariah—will definitely book with her again!”
“Danielle was fantastic! She was very patient in learning the specifics for my special needs (senior, blind and diabetic) pup. My pups came home happy and obviously had a great time! She provided daily updates, pictures and a video of one of my pups playing - which I loved. Overall a wonderful experience!”
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Bridget W.
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“Bridget was great and sent multiple updates throughout the day. I could tell from the pictures that Scout was and having a good time. Would definitely use her again.”
Alex S.
“Our pup had a great time with Alex and her family! She provided lots of updates so we knew she was enjoying her stay, and was tuckered out for days!”
Zoe Z.
“Zoe is wonderful with our dog. She even gave her a dog friendly thanksgiving dinner. Sent us updates and photos. It’s so nice to have a sitter that truly love animals 🐶”
Tami H.
“Louie had so much fun with Tami and her dogs Dolly and Bear! Tami has a wonderful backyard that the dogs got to play around in. Throughout our trip we knew Tami was taking great care of him sending lots of pics and updates! We know Louie can be challenging (he’s a very hyper puppy) but luckily he had Bear to play with. We highly recommend Tami and would definitely book with her again!”
Sydney S.Star Sitter
“Daisy is always so upbeat when she comes home. I want my old girl to be happy when we are gone, and she seems to flourish under Sydney's care.”
Angelo T.Star Sitter
“We are so fortunate to have found Angelo and Dawn! They have patiently built trust with our timid baby! They send us videos several times a day and she seems to be having so much fun playing with other dogs!”
Sylvie R.Star Sitter
“My baby’s second time at Sylvie’s and he had a blast! I love how he’s so excited to be around her and the other pups. I appreciate Sylvie so much for caring for Wally. Absolutely the best!!”
Michelle R.Star Sitter
“Michelle and Christy are phenomenal!! They watched my energetic golden retriever for 11 days over the holidays. Having met them a few weeks prior to the extended Rover visit, it was clear that they are really great people, whose positive qualities directly translated into the great amount of care they provided for Mr. Chips during his stay. The amount of updates and open communication they were willing to provide throughout the stay also made a world of difference. Seeing chips having tons of fun totally removed any sense of the worry I would have had leaving him for the 11 days. To top it off, they have a huge fenced in back yard, perfect for doggies to run and play in - and 2 cute dogs for Mr. Chips to play with. 10 out of 10.”
Jennifer R.
“Jennifer did a fantastic job of taking care of Sadie while we were on vacation! I received daily updates as well as plenty of pictures. Knowing she was well taken care of made it much easier to enjoy our trip. We will definitely use her services again.”
Karen M.
“I can't recommend Karen enough as a dog sitter! She has taken exceptional care of my dog, Django, and I always feel at ease knowing he's in her hands. From the moment I met her, it was clear that she has a genuine love for animals. Karen goes above and beyond, ensuring that Django gets plenty of playtime, exercise, and affection. She provides regular updates and photos, which I truly appreciate. Django always comes home happy and well-cared for after his time with her.”
Magda D.Star Sitter
“Magda was extremely kind, compassionate and caring to our pup when we went out of town for a week. She had timely communication with updates and pictures during the stay. Our pup was happy and cared for and that’s all we could of asked for in a sitter. I would recommend Magda to anyone looking for a dog sitter.”
Anthony G.Star Sitter
“I highly recommend Anthony! He loves all animals. If you are looking for someone who will care for your pet the way you would, he’s your guy! He is the nicest guy you’ll ever meet and you won’t regret having him care for your fur babies!”
Eloise N.Star Sitter
“Although I worry about leaving my senior dog for a few days, Eloise always takes such great care of him and I’m comforted by her messages and pictures.”
Leslie T.Star Sitter
“The nicest person I’ve ever met, She treated my problem child ( chocolate lab Henry ) like a pro and one of her own family. She can handle anything. And deserves 10 stars.”
Elizabeth P.
“Beth was excellent! This was a great experience, I would definitely recommend Beth (and her sweet little dog Gracie!) and will be sure to reach out to her again when needed. Thank you so much, Beth!”
Julie C.Star Sitter
“Julie and her family are wonderful sitters. My dogs were very comfortable there and very well cared for. Great communication with daily photos provided too! Highly recommended.”
Sara W.
“Sara is such a wonderful sitter and I felt extremely comfortable leaving my baby with her. She’s extremely kind and very patient. I will book with her forever ( when she’s available 😂 )”
Shannon G.
“Shannon was AWESOME with Murph. She took the time to send pictures and updates. Most importantly she kept up on his meds and genuinely cares. Murph loved hanging out with her and with us not having to worry, he will be returning soon!”
Mariah B.Star Sitter
“Mariah took such great care of my dog, Dolton! From the moment we met, I could tell she genuinely loves animals and made Dolton feel right at home. She kept me updated with messages and adorable photos, which gave me peace of mind while I was away. Dolton came back happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. I’m so grateful to have found Mariah—will definitely book with her again!”
Danielle "Ellie" H.Star Sitter
“Danielle was fantastic! She was very patient in learning the specifics for my special needs (senior, blind and diabetic) pup. My pups came home happy and obviously had a great time! She provided daily updates, pictures and a video of one of my pups playing - which I loved. Overall a wonderful experience!”
Ritchie dog parents share their Rover experiences
My dog experiences separation anxiety when we have to board her. We have tried a farm style free roam boarding, we have tried one on one play structured boarding at the vets office. She never does well and refuses to eat and develops diarrhea. She ends up coming home rather sick. This time we thought we would try a different route on the advice of a friend. Bridget boards from her home and her families dogs. My dog did fantastic she made friends was immediately comfortable with Bridget. My dog ate and came home without GI issues. Bridget was patient with my dog and consoled her, Bridget took great care of my dog. Bridget was flexible and sent daily messages to let us know how my dog was doing. Thank you Bridget, we will see you next year.
This was my first time leaving my 10 year old Charlie with someone besides my parents. The second I met Bridget for our meet and greet I knew it was a perfect fit. Charlie stayed with her for 4 nights. She sent me updates and pictures immediately, and I knew he was in wonderful care! She treated him like one of her own and he had a great time meeting his new friends. I will absolutely book her for my future trips as well as daycare when he needs some extra playtime. I can’t thank her enough for easing my anxiety and taking the best care of my dog. Not having to worry about your animals when you are away is priceless.
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Sitters in Ritchie average 13 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Aug 2025, 217 sitters provided dog boarding in Ritchie. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 89% of Ritchie dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Ritchie have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 13 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Ritchie.
Rover makes it easy to find Ritchie dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 217 dog boarding sitters in Ritchie on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Ritchie, 97% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 77% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your 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.
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