Dog Boarding in Riverwoods, IL
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“I am so happy I chose Michael to care for my Aussie Layla. She is like my child and I was worried about leaving her but Michael immediately put my mind at ease. He was so warm and welcoming and Layla went right to him. It was apparent how much he loves dogs. His home and fenced yard provided a safe environment with plenty of room to roam. He took Layla on nice walks and stayed in touch with me through texts and pictures. I will definitely continue to use him for any future needs.”
“Christine was very kind and flexible to our needs. She took care of our dog as it was her own. She also sent us pictures multiple times which my kids love it. Thank you Christine for all of your help.”
“We've left our dog with Marta several times for both daycare and boarding, and she's been absolutely wonderful every time. She sends pics often and it makes us feel at ease seeing our pup having a blast with the other dogs and having her own little vacation while we're away. Highly recommend!!”
“Julie was available last minute, and even with the limited time she was swift to respond and easy to communicate with. We dropped Brutus off and met her two dogs and son who would all be hanging out - I could instantly tell this was going to be great for our Maltese. After receiving a few fun photos throughout the stay, Brutus was happy and totally exhausted when we picked him up. Thanks for a great stay and highly recommended!”
“First time boarding our rescue dog and who doesn’t always get along well with other dogs. But Mayzie had a great stay! She got along well with Amy and Lamar’s dog (and cat) and they were able to separate her from a more active dog boarded during the day. They are very experienced in their understanding of dog behavior and from the pictures they sent she seemed like her happy self during the stay. Will definitely use them again!”
“Kyle is a great dog watcher. From pictures to flexible pick up and drop off, to a nice yard for my dog…everything worked out perfectly. I’d recommend him anytime!”
“We boarded our dog Deebo for 5 days while we were on vacation, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! From the start, the sitter made us feel completely at ease, and the regular photo and video updates were such a thoughtful touch. Seeing Deebo happy, playing, and clearly being well cared for made our trip totally worry-free. The communication was excellent, and it was obvious that Deebo was treated with love and attention the entire time. When we picked him up, he was relaxed, happy, and clearly had a great time. I highly recommend this sitter to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and professional place for their dog. This will definitely be our go-to spot for Deebo any time we need to travel!”
“Mike and Mary were great with my Bingo. They set up a cozy space with his favorite blanket and toy, and to help shy Bingo adapt well to new environments. Highly recommend them!”
“Thank you Julia for everything! She sent updates on how my dog Autumn was doing. I felt comfortable leaving Autumn with Julia and we will continue booking with her for when we go out of town 😊”
“Yuliia was great with our fur-baby! She made sure he got lots of outdoor time and provided regular photo and video updates. We had a late notice request and Yuliia responded quickly and kindly! Definitely would use her again.”
“Picked up a happy dog after a few days with Denis and Nikki. They have a great setup that is super dog friendly. Highly reccomend if you need boarding in the area.”
“Michelle was a great dog sitter!!! We did a meet and greet before to make sure the her dog and our dog meshed okay. That put me at ease going into our vacation. Also, it gave us some time to get to know each other. We got daily messages and pics that were fun to see. She has a fenced in yard and deck where the dogs like to pal around. Rosie seemed right at home at her house. Michelle is very communicative and very on top of your pups needs. I can tell she’s a true dog lover!”
“Leigh and Rich were incredible to my boy, Archie! I could tell from all the photos, updates, and when I picked him up, that he was well taken care of and loved while he was at their house! I felt super comfortable leaving him in their hands and I am so grateful to them for taking such great care of him, especially with all his quirks! I look forward to using Leigh and Rich again in the future! Thank you so much!”
“Mason had such a great time with Dar, Dakota (her dog) and her family. Dar provided great updates while we were out of town, along with pictures, and we loved knowing that he was in good hands while we were away. We will for sure be using Dar again in the future.”
“Finn had a great time staying at Xiaolin‘s house - we got many pictures during his stay and regular updates of how he was doing. We we definitely use her for our next Rover stay!”
“Thomas and Kelly were super communicative and were able to accommodate my request on short notice. I got daily photos updates and I can tell she was in great hands. Thank you both for taking care of Emery!”
“Loved having Vicki watch Gus this last weekend. She and her family took great care of him and helped him feel at home. He came back happy and tired from a lot of play with new friends all weekend!”
“Yamile was very nice and took good care of Leo. She was always quick to respond to our messages. She was also very accommodating when we had some last minute changes. Only thing I would say was missing was she did not send us any updates until we asked. She did not send any pictures too.”
“Rhondarose and her family were wonderful! She was able to accommodate all three of my rascal pups. She has two dogs of her own who are very friendly and welcoming. Rhondarose is very communicative and attentive to the care of her guests. Prince, Suba Rue, Jasmine, and I want to thank you again for the love and care provided. Do not hesitate to book with Rhondarose!”
“Judy was absolutely wonderful to work with for our dog Simba. We felt comfortable and relaxed to leave him for an extended time for the first time. We could also tell that Simba really enjoyed his time with Judy and Bill. They made him feel right at home, and took such thoughtful and attentive care of him!”
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Michael P.Star Sitter
“I am so happy I chose Michael to care for my Aussie Layla. She is like my child and I was worried about leaving her but Michael immediately put my mind at ease. He was so warm and welcoming and Layla went right to him. It was apparent how much he loves dogs. His home and fenced yard provided a safe environment with plenty of room to roam. He took Layla on nice walks and stayed in touch with me through texts and pictures. I will definitely continue to use him for any future needs.”
Christene J.Star Sitter
“Christine was very kind and flexible to our needs. She took care of our dog as it was her own. She also sent us pictures multiple times which my kids love it. Thank you Christine for all of your help.”
Marta G.
“We've left our dog with Marta several times for both daycare and boarding, and she's been absolutely wonderful every time. She sends pics often and it makes us feel at ease seeing our pup having a blast with the other dogs and having her own little vacation while we're away. Highly recommend!!”
Julie T.Star Sitter
“Julie was available last minute, and even with the limited time she was swift to respond and easy to communicate with. We dropped Brutus off and met her two dogs and son who would all be hanging out - I could instantly tell this was going to be great for our Maltese. After receiving a few fun photos throughout the stay, Brutus was happy and totally exhausted when we picked him up. Thanks for a great stay and highly recommended!”
Amy & Lamar F.Star Sitter
“First time boarding our rescue dog and who doesn’t always get along well with other dogs. But Mayzie had a great stay! She got along well with Amy and Lamar’s dog (and cat) and they were able to separate her from a more active dog boarded during the day. They are very experienced in their understanding of dog behavior and from the pictures they sent she seemed like her happy self during the stay. Will definitely use them again!”
Kyle D.Star Sitter
“Kyle is a great dog watcher. From pictures to flexible pick up and drop off, to a nice yard for my dog…everything worked out perfectly. I’d recommend him anytime!”
Balaji & Sanna S.Star Sitter
“We boarded our dog Deebo for 5 days while we were on vacation, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! From the start, the sitter made us feel completely at ease, and the regular photo and video updates were such a thoughtful touch. Seeing Deebo happy, playing, and clearly being well cared for made our trip totally worry-free. The communication was excellent, and it was obvious that Deebo was treated with love and attention the entire time. When we picked him up, he was relaxed, happy, and clearly had a great time. I highly recommend this sitter to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and professional place for their dog. This will definitely be our go-to spot for Deebo any time we need to travel!”
Mike M.Star Sitter
“Mike and Mary were great with my Bingo. They set up a cozy space with his favorite blanket and toy, and to help shy Bingo adapt well to new environments. Highly recommend them!”
Julia M.
“Thank you Julia for everything! She sent updates on how my dog Autumn was doing. I felt comfortable leaving Autumn with Julia and we will continue booking with her for when we go out of town 😊”
Yuliia R.Star Sitter
“Yuliia was great with our fur-baby! She made sure he got lots of outdoor time and provided regular photo and video updates. We had a late notice request and Yuliia responded quickly and kindly! Definitely would use her again.”
Denis & Nikki M.Star Sitter
“Picked up a happy dog after a few days with Denis and Nikki. They have a great setup that is super dog friendly. Highly reccomend if you need boarding in the area.”
Michelle F.Star Sitter
“Michelle was a great dog sitter!!! We did a meet and greet before to make sure the her dog and our dog meshed okay. That put me at ease going into our vacation. Also, it gave us some time to get to know each other. We got daily messages and pics that were fun to see. She has a fenced in yard and deck where the dogs like to pal around. Rosie seemed right at home at her house. Michelle is very communicative and very on top of your pups needs. I can tell she’s a true dog lover!”
Leigh & Richard S.Star Sitter
“Leigh and Rich were incredible to my boy, Archie! I could tell from all the photos, updates, and when I picked him up, that he was well taken care of and loved while he was at their house! I felt super comfortable leaving him in their hands and I am so grateful to them for taking such great care of him, especially with all his quirks! I look forward to using Leigh and Rich again in the future! Thank you so much!”
Dar F.Star Sitter
“Mason had such a great time with Dar, Dakota (her dog) and her family. Dar provided great updates while we were out of town, along with pictures, and we loved knowing that he was in good hands while we were away. We will for sure be using Dar again in the future.”
Xiaolin Y.Star Sitter
“Finn had a great time staying at Xiaolin‘s house - we got many pictures during his stay and regular updates of how he was doing. We we definitely use her for our next Rover stay!”
Thomas & Kelly S.Star Sitter
“Thomas and Kelly were super communicative and were able to accommodate my request on short notice. I got daily photos updates and I can tell she was in great hands. Thank you both for taking care of Emery!”
Vicki N.Star Sitter
“Loved having Vicki watch Gus this last weekend. She and her family took great care of him and helped him feel at home. He came back happy and tired from a lot of play with new friends all weekend!”
Yamile C.
“Yamile was very nice and took good care of Leo. She was always quick to respond to our messages. She was also very accommodating when we had some last minute changes. Only thing I would say was missing was she did not send us any updates until we asked. She did not send any pictures too.”
Rhondarose L.Star Sitter
“Rhondarose and her family were wonderful! She was able to accommodate all three of my rascal pups. She has two dogs of her own who are very friendly and welcoming. Rhondarose is very communicative and attentive to the care of her guests. Prince, Suba Rue, Jasmine, and I want to thank you again for the love and care provided. Do not hesitate to book with Rhondarose!”
Judith B.Star Sitter
“Judy was absolutely wonderful to work with for our dog Simba. We felt comfortable and relaxed to leave him for an extended time for the first time. We could also tell that Simba really enjoyed his time with Judy and Bill. They made him feel right at home, and took such thoughtful and attentive care of him!”
Riverwoods dog parents share their Rover experiences
Thea is an exceptional, accommodating, and deeply caring sitter with a true passion for pets. Her dog Osiris, though large in size, has a gentle demeanor and sweet nature that made him the perfect furry companion for our two dogs. We were beyond happy and truly grateful for Thea’s help. Absolutely 100% satisfied, and we recommend her without hesitation!
No concerns about leaving pet with this nice family. Updates and photos were provided and he had a great time with them. Would definitely rebook!
First time using Rover! Yessica was awesome ! We have a Covid 4yr Multipoo who is very needy. She was amazing from the day we met her and her beautiful sights who were going to care for Wesley while we were on vacation. Yessica sent us pictures and videos through our trip. We knew he was in great hands! Highly recommend Yessica and fam. Will definitely be rebooking.
She sent daily updates and Leo was treated like a king. When my husband picked him up he didn’t want to leave lol 😂 we will def use Jocelyn again so he can get pampered every now and then.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Riverwoods is $50
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Sitters in Riverwoods average 9 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jul 2025, 4,849 sitters provided dog boarding in Riverwoods. 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, 90% of Riverwoods dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Riverwoods have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Riverwoods.
Rover makes it easy to find Riverwoods 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 4,849 dog boarding sitters in Riverwoods on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Riverwoods, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 88% 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.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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