Dog Sitting in River Forest

“Michael was outstanding with our dog Jules. Highly recommend.”

Dan C.

About: I am a huge animal person. I have had 2 cats and 2 dogs my whole life. They are all at different stages of life, one of my dogs and both of my cats being either senior citizens or leg- amputees. I have a very large, young, and energetic dog as well. I can take of pets at any age or with disabilities, and I love them all! I love to help animals. I’m currently home for the Summer without a full time job so my schedule is very open! I am pretty much open any day or any time needed! I love to play with dogs or cats and I want them to feel safe at all times! I can do whatever they may need on potty breaks or visits, and walks as well. I am very attentive on walks and such because I have a big dog who is quiet the puller on walks, so I am used to it!

About: Hi! I have taken care of dogs for the past 5 years with extensive experience. As a dog owner of almost 12 years, caring for a now 13 year old German Shepherd/ Pit Bull Mix, I know how to deal with a puppies all the way to a senior dog! I work a part time job with shifts only being around 5 hours a couple times a week. I will always be there to take care of your animal when needed! I live in a multi level home with a fenced in huge back yard for your dog to roam and play! I own a 12 year old mutt who would love to spend time with your dog if needed, but I have a large enough space in my home to separate the animals if your dog would rather be the only animal in the house!

“Justice is fantastic and took great care of my dog! I really appreciated the updates and her attention to detail. It made the whole experience stress-free and I would highly recommend her!”

Karlee B.

About: I love animals and am passionate about giving them good, healthy lives. I have experience and am trained to work with animals, temper aggressive breeds, and administer medication if needed. I am active and have no problem with long or frequent walks. I work from home, so no animal will ever be left unattended in my care. I don't mind pets on the furniture and I have a wide open living room space for play time. Everything is per your instruction, just let me know any accommodations I can make and Ill have them arranged for your pup! Pet care is a daily part of my routine. I am with an animal every day and I love exercising with them and just generally spending time! I can easily crate a dog if needed, and have a large open living room for play time. I also dont mind pets on the furniture while boarding, but it is all up to the parents instruction

“Maria was absolutely AMAZING with our fur babies!!! She was so detailed and loving with their care. She even was able to accommodate a last minute change in schedule. She’s been the best and our babies LOVE her!!! We have found a permanent caregiver in Maria!!!”

Leslie M.

About: I had a husky/German shepherd mix as a child and always had cats growing up. In my 20s, I had a retired greyhound. I adopted my current pup, a lab mix named Murphy, during the pandemic and he is my best friend. I work from home 3 days a week. Murphy mostly naps all day and I take him out for 4-6 potty breaks a day and we walk at least 2 miles per day. I take care of my pup daily and take him out on regular walks and potty breaks. I have an apartment but there is plenty of space for us to roam about comfortably. I allow my pup the comfort of roaming about the apartment freely. I would allow your dog the same comfort. If your dog prefers a crate, I have space to set that up.

“Lauren was absolutely amazing watching my dogs for three days! From the moment we connected, she was professional, warm, and incredibly attentive. She kept me updated with messages and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. My dogs were happy, well cared for, and clearly loved on the entire time. She followed all instructions perfectly and treated them like her own. When I returned, everything was clean, organized, and my pups were calm and content — which says everything. It’s not easy trusting someone with your fur babies, but Lauren exceeded every expectation. I would 100% book her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for reliable, compassionate care. Thank you, Lauren! 🐾💛”

Tiara F.

“Carlee was great! She took good care of my girls and followed my instructions.”

Misty C.

“Emily always does the most for my weirdo dogs. When my one dog decided to throw up during a recent visit, she stuck around late to make sure she was ok before heading out. Appreciate how thoughtful and reliable she is!”

Denise S.

About: I have been watching my friends’, family’s, and neighbors’ pets for 5+ years now. I offer a “Wow” factor of service that goes beyond the traditional water, food, bathroom routine. When I care for any pet, I take the extra care and time to play and cuddle so your fuzzy friend is never lonely. I make sure to bring my Polaroid camera to take pictures of your pet while you’re away so you never miss a moment and can display your cutie anywhere in the home - completely complimentary! I also have extensive experience with administering medicines like liquids, pills and subcutaneous fluids to differently abled pets. My own cat has needed each of those in the past so I have grown comfortable doing so and take extra care in the practice. My service is exemplary; neighbors who no longer live close to me still call me up to take care of their pets. I can’t wait to take care of yours! I am a primary grades teacher on summer break. This means I have lots of unused patience I typically spend on my little ones to use on taking care of your beloved pets and household, as well as lots of time on my hands to attend to your needs! I care for any pet like they are my pet. As a pet owner myself, it is so hard being away and worrying how they’re doing. When I leave them in others’ care, I would hope they care for my pet like they are their own. I take this philosophy into the homes and lives of others. With extensive practice in child care, pet care and medicine management, and house sitting, I will come to your aid with a lens of empathy and compassion.

“Danielle has taken care of our 2 cats and dog for two years every time we leave town. She’s always willing to go above and beyond and water your plants or grab your mail. She sends detailed updates daily/throughout the day, is always so attentive and lets us know if she notices anything abnormal with the animals at all. She’s extremely flexible and works her schedule (even holidays) around taking care of them. Our animals have all come to love her. We couldn’t recommend her more! We’re about to move and will miss having her to take care of our fur babies.”

Morgan F.

About: I’ve had big dogs and cats my whole life, I’ve been around all kinds of animals. I’m wanting to get out and active with furry friends and make sure they are taken care of🩵 I’m currently working minimal days so I have plenty of time to take your pets on walks or check on them. And most importantly love on them and make sure they are safe and cared for. I will always put the safety of the pet first, with the services i offer I will make sure to know my route and to follow instructions of the owner.

About: I am always the girl finding a dog and asking to pet them. As a kid, my sisters and I wished for a dog and that finally came true in 6th grade. Bailey was the best Christmas present and gifted us 14 beautiful years. Throughout that time, I’ve dog sat for a range of dogs (small, large, puppy and senior). Along with dogs, I am comfortable with cats. We have 2 orange cats of our own. I am available for walks, play dates and more. I am a teacher and have the summer off. I will be tutoring and will have a lot of flexibility during the week and would love to spend some time with your pets. I am very trustworthy and will take great care of your pets in your home. I love going for walks and playing with your pups or cats.

“Julie was awesome with our kittens. We went out of town for 6 days and Julie proved to be a reliable and caring sitter. She stayed with our kittens for at least a half hour each day, playing and caring for them. She also went above and beyond to clean up after them (a few accidents happened) and even brought in our mail and packages. Highly recommend!”

Stacie K.

“Nataliia was absolutely wonderful for our cat! We were gone for two weeks for the holidays, and Nataliia took great care of him in our absence. Her drop ins always included videos and photos and our cat always seemed happy in them. Her communication was great and she took the time to come meet our cat before we left for vacation. Highly recommend Nataliia and will definitely book her again in the future!”

Zoe A.

About: Hi, I’m Sam! My passion for animals started early—I began volunteering at local animal shelters at 14, walking dogs and helping with cat enrichment. Wanting to learn more about animal behavior, I completed a six-month Canine Psychology course at AnimalSense, focusing on positive reinforcement training. From there, I began working professionally as a dog walker and gained nearly 30 years of experience in various animal care facilities. Now, I work from home, offering boarding services in a cozy home setting. I keep my groups small to provide each pet with a calm, personalized experience, ensuring they feel comfortable and cared for throughout their stay. I’d love to connect and help make your pet’s time away from home as relaxing and enjoyable as possible! I mostly work from home, so I’m with the pups for the majority of the day. Occasionally, I step out for a few hours to do dog walks, but otherwise, you’ll find me hanging out at home with the crew, keeping things calm and cozy I have an open home where pets can roam and enjoy plenty of playtime. My 8-foot fenced yard with secure locking gates gives them a safe space to run around. Inside, I keep multiple water bowls around the house and have slow feeders available for my more "hungry" guests. When boarding multiple dogs, I make sure to separate everyone during meals and when they’re alone to keep things calm and comfortable. I also have a variety of crates in different sizes and lots of comfy bedding to ensure each pet feels right at home

“Coleen was an amazing communicator, and sent great photos of my cat Zora during our trip. I could tell she was happy in the photos, and it felt so good knowing she was in loving hands :)”

Katie M.

About: I've been taking care of pets since I was little. My family used to live in a house and we had 3 cats and one big dog. When I was studing at uni, I got a dog. She is a beagle and she is 10 years old. She is living with my parents now. I know how to take care of pets because I'm experiences, attentive and patient person. I'm working from home as a tutor. I have plenty of free time and I'd like to use it wisely and spend more time outside I'm living in an apartment, there is a park nearby where I can take a dog out. If you have a cat, I have a lot of space in my flat where your cat feels welcomed and calm.

About: I started out taking care of my late, great, sweet and cuddly Golden named Sadie. She was my best friend for her very long and happy life. My next baby was named Desiree, a Yellow Lab who loved to give me kisses whenever she could. She was friends with other dogs, but she was anyone walking down the street’s best friend. Then we got our current baby girl, Mila. We just had to go back down the Golden road. Every single dog we’ve had has been a rescue, and they definitely require some extra TLC because of it. Mila will make a cute squeaky, crying noise when she sees you walk in. Then she’ll lay down on the floor on her back and smile and beg you to rub her belly! We always have a basket of toys ready to go as well as treats and dental bones! I’m currently taking some time off work, so I’ll be around making dog care my number one priority! I love going on nice long walks! I have a fenced in yard, but my baby goes to the bathroom outside the yard because we have a patio. As mentioned in the experience section, I have toys and treats in addition to bones for dental health.