Pet Boarding Riverwoods
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“**Review for Eileen** I want to take a moment to thank Eileen for her patience and dedication while caring for Dean. I know it was a challenging experience for her, as Dean got overly excited with new dogs and tried to assert dominance. Eileen was very communicative throughout, and I appreciated her willingness to push through those tough moments. The pictures were the best! When we picked Dean up, she was waiting outside with his things and looked understandably overwhelmed. I reassured her that we had never had any complaints about Dean, and we truly appreciate her effort in caring for him. Thank you, Eileen, for your love for dogs and for sticking with Dean despite the challenges. We value your commitment and hope to work with you again in the future! From Dean and Radillo family, thank you!”
“Balaji and family were very attentive in taking care of Pipli. They kept sending regular updates with pictures and videos, fed and took Pipli out regularly and kept her well. Pipli made friends with Mocha and they got along really well and played a lot. We came home to a happy and delighted pup. Great work and we’re sure Pipli will look forward to her next stay.”
“Sailor had a great time with his stay-cation with Tanya! Tanya is clearly comfortable with dogs of all types, including big boys like ours. Her home and yard is doggie heaven - I think I even caught Sailor wistfully looking behind him as we drove off after pick up! I appreciated the frequent communication since our guy does have some quirks. We will definitely look to Tanya for future care.”
“Christine is so good with Sparky. He is an older dog and we never worry about him while he is with Christine. She takes care of all of his needs and we can tell that he loves going there. I would highly recommend Christine.”
“Rima is amazing with Milo. Our dog is a senior and is not the easiest to care for but Rima always finds a way to get along with him and takes the best care of him. We are always at peace leaving him with her while on vacation. We always get updates and pictures of how he's doing and it's very nice to say the least. It's been few times Milo stayed with Rima and few other dog pals and he loves her dearly. Always looking forwards in staying with her again. Thank you for all you do for Milo, Rima and know you are a savior who allows this family to vacation in peace.”
“We met up before to make sure the dogs would get along, and everything was great! I loved getting daily updates and pictures. I would definitely go with D’artagnan again for dog sitting.”
“Svetlana is awesome! She accommodated my last minute request (holiday request) and was so fast with communication (also so flexible with timing). I also loved the daily updates with photos. She took great care of my little guy and explained all the details of his bevahiour which helps me with his training. He definitely had a good time. I would recommend her highly to anyone and would for sure bring my guy back again. Thanks so much Svetlana!”
“Five very waggy stars for Meghan (and her sweet pup, Ralphie)! Meghan is absolutely incredible. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that she is a true dog lover with tons of experience, and she knew exactly how to make our dog feel safe, happy, and completely at home. Our dog was treated like a member of her family and had the time of his life playing with Ralphie and the other dogs. The adorable photos and videos gave us so much peace of mind while we were away...and honestly, I think he was a little sad to come home, which is probably the highest compliment a dog can give. We will absolutely book again. Weekend at Ralphie’s is officially dog-approved!”
“My dog, Lucky, had a great time. We were gone for 10 days and he was so happy. Communication and care were top notch. We will definitely book again the next time we are out of town.”
“Yuliya is AMAZING! My dogs loved her so much they seconds guessed coming home with me! She is my go to dog sitter and I’m very lucky to have found her on Rover. Thank you for taking such good care of Marcus and Faustina. They’ll be back to stay with you soon!”
“Sophie was absolutely wonderful with my dog, Charlie. Charlie took to her right away. She knew a true dog lover! I had daily updates and photos of activities. I highly recommend Sophie to look after your pet. Sophie’s treats your pet like her own and does so with love.”
“Roscoe had a blast with Deirdre and all her doggy friends. He was smiling in all the pictures and came home exhausted. We will definitely use Deidre again next time we need to leave Roscoe!”
“Naomi was great!! She was very prepared and ready to learn about and to care for our dogs just the way they needed. Our dogs had the best time taking long walks, lounging, and looking out the big window. She took the time to introduce our dogs and Milo and they became great friends. The house was quiet, very clean, and perfect for our dogs. We loved seeing the daily photos while we were traveling. Definitely would recommend!”
“First time booking through rover and Mary made it so calming and easy!! Grateful for the photos and manner she works with the dogs and people she cares for. Would book again.”
“Jamie took excellent care of our Hank. We got loads of updates and photos. Our pups got along great and we're a match for energy and play. We were able to do a meet and greet which went fantastic! Would recommend to anyone!”
“This was my first time hiring a pet sitter and Gabrielle knocked it out of the park! She was very responsive and made sure she covered every aspect of my dog's care. I was nervous since my dog is older and reactive to other dogs but Gabrielle has the experience to deal with all of those potential issues and more. She also sent me pictures of my dog throughout her stay which was really sweet to see and helped calm my nerves :) Highly, highly recommend!”
“Maricela was absolutely wonderful! Sent regular updates about my babies and helped me feel better about leaving them. Absolutely wonderful person and would recommend her to anybody! She is a wonderful dog caregiver.”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Riverwoods is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Riverwoods
Hannah did a fantastic job watching Gatsby when we were out of town multiple times. I was really impressed with her communication , she sent the pics regularly and provided the updates . Gatsby had a great time and we would highly recommend Hannah and intend on trusting her again for any of our future dog needs. Thanks Hannah
Jisha was great. Because it was a new environment, Linny wouldn't eat his meals. Jisha literally hand fed Linny twice! She really cared about Linny like family! Really appreciate her pictures and video updates. I would definitely rebook with Jisha again! Thank you so much!
This was our first time leaving Lula with a Rover host rather than in a kennel and we were a bit nervous, but Abby immediately eased are worries with detailed updates and great photos. Abby even put Lula's suspender boots on for the walks. When it is very wet outside, Lula becomes filthy and the boots help keep her clean. Even though Lula tolerates putting the boots in, it's never an easy feat with an 80lb dog, so we were very pleased when Abby showed up a happy (dry/clean) Lula with boots on for her walks. We would 100% book with Abby again!
Bairta and her mom took really good care of my cat Gigi for a whole month. Even though my cat is not used to other cats, their cat lele was so sweet and friendly even when my cat was scared and hissed. Additionally, they sent daily updates and videos of her. And I felt so happy to leave my cat in such good company!
Yessica was amazing. So attentive, kind and genuinely warm. Our older pup Henry is 13 and blind and has never stayed with anyone outside the family, so I was pretty nervous… but she put me at ease right away. She went above and beyond to make him comfortable with endless snuggles, treats and gentle attention. She was equally wonderful with our energetic pup Gunnar, who usually gets sad when we leave. She just has a real way with animals. We felt totally at peace knowing they were with her, and we’ll absolutely book with her again.
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The average cost for Pet Boarding in Riverwoods on Rover is $49.39 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 5,196 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Riverwoods. About 91% of Riverwoods sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in IL ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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