Doggy Day Care in River Forest

“Julie is such a sweet lady with a huge heart for dogs! Preslee was well taken care of and we will definitely call on Julie again to watch our dog!!”

Kerry T.

“Obie always has fun at Gerard's house. He loves the walks and I appreciate Gerard being able and willing to walk him (he's good at pulling on the lease). Already have a 10 day vacation stay scheduled for Obie with Gerard.”

Teri S.

About: I have had dogs and cats all my life. I am willing to keep special needs pets and am able to give medication. I am open to discussing any special requirements your pet might have. I live at home with my mom and this is my only job. I am free to give your pet all the love and attention they need. I have a lead in our yard for potty time and live near a dog park for fun and exercise. We will take walks, having brushing time to bond, and have lots of play time. I do have a dog kennel available inside and will have food and water bowls for your pup. We do have cats, so please make sure your dog is cat friendly.

About: I’ve been surrounded by dogs my entire life and have cared for a wide variety of breeds, ages, and sizes. My family has a long history of rescuing dogs from shelters—especially those who struggled to find homes due to trauma, reactivity, or anxiety. With patience, structure, and consistent training, I have helped many of these dogs gain confidence and eventually transition into loving forever homes. Because of this, I’m experienced with: • Reactive, anxious, or shy dogs • Dogs with difficult backgrounds • Senior dogs • Puppies and high-energy breeds • Multi-dog household management I’m comfortable preparing homemade meals if your dog has dietary restrictions or special needs, and I’m always happy to follow any routine your pet requires. I’m a stay-at-home mom, which means your pup gets: • Frequent potty breaks • Lots of one-on-one time • Consistent supervision throughout the day I have high activity levels—great for energetic dogs who love walks and playtime—yet also have calm, patient personalities that help anxious or older dogs feel secure. I have two children: a 1-year-old daughter who is home full-time, and a 7-year-old son who is home outside of school and sports. Both kids adore dogs and have grown up understanding pet body language and boundaries. While i do ask that your dog be kid-friendly, i also make sure our children respect each dog’s comfort level and personal space. What You Can Expect • Reliable communication • Photo and video updates upon request • Safe, loving care tailored to your dog’s needs • Plenty of walks around our large subdivision filled with sidewalks, parks, and ponds—weather permitting • A warm, family-style environment with structure, comfort, and enrichment Your dog will truly be treated like part of our family while they’re here. 💛🐾 I truly love dogs—my two pups are part of everything we do, and they enjoy meeting new friends. My home is designed with safety, comfort, and flexibility in mind: • Fully enclosed 8-foot privacy fence for secure, weather-permitting outdoor play • Completely pet-proofed home • Multiple levels and gated areas for dogs who need separation • Retractable gates and room dividers for customized safe zones • Doggy Chill Space for crates, quiet rest areas, and decompression time If your dog prefers not to interact with other dogs (or only struggles with certain types—male, large, senior, etc.), i can easily provide full separation and rotating play schedules to ensure every dog has a calm, happy stay.

“Kelsie is amazing! Her pup Maryn is great at play and I had no concerns about my pups safety or care at their home. Kelsie is very responsible, kind and attentive and my pup has her best Rover experience here! Highly recommend!”

Liz H.

About: I have been in the pet care industry for over 30 years. Along with grooming I have helped with training and care of other pets. I am able to administer medicines and needed shots(such as insulin). Through the years I have had at least 20 pets of my own of all different shapes and sizes and also a wide variety of needs. I can't wait to love on your furry family member while you are away. I work from home as a pet groomer therefore I am available throughout the day for exercise and potty breaks along with feeding and any medicine concerns. I have over 3 acres of property to walk and exercise your pet. They are free to roam inside and be themselves. If necessary, I have teenagers who are willing to run and exercise you pet to help with the"zoomies".

“Wonderful!!”

Amanda D.

About: Dedicated dog sitter with 10+years of experience providing reliable and attentive care. I offer walking, feeding, and overnight stays, ensuring your pet is safe and happy while you're away. Available for last-minute bookings. I work at an after hours vet hospital, opposite schedules with my husband so there is always someone home to make sure your pet is taken care of during their stay. I have a pet friendly and clean home, I follow specific instructions regarding feeding, medication, and other special needs to maintain the pet's established routine and comfortable environment along with regular photo and video updates per owners request.

“We are very thankful with Gabriel for accepting taking care of our Peanut, and understanding how we feel when we can't be with her, we appreciate the pictures and videos a lot, we see how he cares for her and definitely we recommend him to any pup owners. He is very caring and patient, dachshunds are known for being very particular, he understands her dynamics and kept her calm and happy. We're very fortunate that we found Gabriel. Thanks to Rover too for having people who love what they do and are so caring and professional.”

Sara H.

About: I’ve grown up with pets and have always been around them. I’m very skilled in dealing with all pet ages, cats and dogs, and all kinds of different breeds. I’m very caring and love to take care of pets the best I can. I will make sure I do any caretaking to the absolute best of my ability. I have a very strong work ethic I am a very vigilant caretaker and provide lots of attention and love. I currently am taking time off from my job and graduate school so I have open availability aside from any personal life obligations. Pet care fits perfectly into my current lifestyle and I have plenty of time to dedicate towards exceptional service. I partake in daily pet care at my parents' home in many ways. I help with cleaning the cats' litter box, picking up messes/accidents around the house, and making sure to clean up animal hair with plenty of vacuuming and laundry. I also love to play with them and provide plenty of cuddles! Additionally, I have gained experience in pet care with our dog Coco throughout his multiple leg surgeries and providing 24/7 care when he was unable to put any pressure on his leg or walk. We have also had sick animals in the past that I have gained experience with. My parents also like to travel and I am the go-to house and dog babysitter during their times away. In regard to providing pet care at clients' homes, I have a year of past experience on Rover. I am always diligent about following all instructions and requests, and providing the level of care needed for each animal. Cleaning the home is also important to me and I make sure to prioritize leaving the home cleaner than I found it. I am detail-oriented and value going above and beyond with communication and exceeding my clients' standards.

“Max had a wonderful time at his daycare play date with Jennifer and her two pups! I loved all the pics and updates she sent. Looking forward to Max’s longer visit coming up in a few weeks!”

Christi J.

“Kevin and Taylor always do a fantastic job with our frenchie puppy Violet even if they have lots of other dogs they are watching and caring for. She never gets subpar care! They have amazing availability and have always been incredibly flexible with us! Thanks for taking care of our girl ❤️”

Megan P.

“Thank you for the adorable pics! Looks like Roxie had a wonderful day as always! ❤️ She loves to go “visit” you guys and is so happy and excited to see you and all her doggie friends 🐶🐶🐶 Thanks again!”

Teresa K.

“Jinna took great care of our dog. She provided updates throughout the day and was very accommodating when our timeline changed last minute. We highly recommend and will definitely book again”

Steve B.

“Bella had a great time with Christina and her family. She was super flexible and accommodating. The visit went really well and Christina is clearly very experienced with dogs. We really appreciated her letting Bella hang out at her house.”

Seth T.

“Brendan took such good care of my dog Minnie, and was able to help me out with doggy day care pretty last minute! Minnie loved spending time with his dog and she was exhausted by the end of the day when I picked her up from all the playing. Thank you Brendan!”

Samantha L.

“Kady continues to exceed expectations!! So many cute photo updates throughout the day… she even managed to wrangle our Aussie into a cute Halloween outfit”

Clare V.

“Jenn worked with us last minute. She was communicative while sitting Harley and was sweet to him. She followed all instructions for my needy 🐶 dog. Thank you Jenn!”

Martha H.

“Julie was so amazing! So grateful for her care and willingness to watch him so last minute! She has the best and sweetest attitude and willing to make it work! Thank you Julie! You are a breath of fresh air!”

Patricia D.

“We can’t say enough good things about Laura, Chris, and their family! From the very first, it felt like our two Sheepadoodles were welcomed as part of the pack. We booked a full 6 days and every evening they would be exhausted in the best way, always excited to return. Laura and Chris were kind, communicative, and clearly dog-experts! Can’t recommend them enough!”

Brady S.