House Sitting in South Shore, Chicago, IL
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“Jayden provided such excellent care to our dog and cat. They were communicative and responsive. They were also very kind towards us and our animals. I would highly recommend Jayden to other rover customers, and hope to book with them in the future.”
“Brianna is so amazing, would 100% recommend her to take care of your pet! She is so kind and asked many great questions about our pet and home at our meet and greet. She took care of our dog for over two weeks and sent daily pictures and updates. She played with him, took him on long walks and brushed him. Our dog clearly loved her and her communication made us feel so reassured on our trip! She also left our place very clean. We are so lucky to have found her!”
“Ava was wonderful with our 3 pups. She knew how to manage their chaos and treated them so sweetly. She left the place looking great and really just went above and beyond. We will definitely be using her services again.”
“We’ve got one special needs dog and two elderly cats that need very specific diets and medications. We’ve also got one more dog and cat! Brianna came in at the last minute for us to take care of everyone and after getting home it’s clear how much love everyone got from her thank you so much for taking such great care of everyone and sitting for us.”
“Anais was very communicative - she sent lots of pictures. She kept the place clean and was respectful. I would book her again. She was accommodating with special needs of my dog.”
“Nicole was superb: friendly, prompt, communicative, and most of all, really great with our two puppies. They got more walks with her than they have in a very long time! She sent videos, photos, and updates each day, which we really appreciated. Will absolutely book her again.”
“Alexa did a wonderful job taking care of our dog in our home over a long holiday weekend. She was communicative, made sure Beau got his walks and play time, left our home clean and our dog happy. She followed our instructions on everything and asked questions when she wasn’t sure about something. We hope our dog wasn’t too crazy for her, but we would gladly welcome her back! So grateful we found Alexa.”
About: I'd love to meet your dog or cat and you can trust I'll treat them like my own. I know how to keep them safe and happy while you're away. I'll send you a good photo too my camera roll is mostly all photos of dogs. Please do not hire me if you crate your dog, I won't do that. I work freelance so my availability is flexible. I prefer we conduct a meet and greet first, to make sure your pet is comfortable with our plans! Walks and care provided in clients home only, I can't provide boarding. I will be sure we establish comfort in our meet and greet, please be sure to provide vet information in case of any unexpected emergency.
“Very happy with Daniela as a pet/house sitter while we were overseas for 2-weeks. We don’t speak a common language, but my pets don’t speak English or Spanish either, so I wasn’t gonna let a language barrier be the sole reason to not hire someone. We used an audio translator app during the meet & greet, and most apps/ txt auto translate. I did provide an emergency contact of a bi-lingual friend. Thankfully we didn’t need to involve her. At the meet & greet, we practice giving my anxious cat’s oral tablet medication with dry kibble, and she was pretty good at it within a couple tries. Reassured me she would be able to administer when we’re gone. She sent regular photos/updates of our pets which always makes us happy and comfortable while traveling. We even had some HVAC issues while we were away, and Daniela was a trooper the whole time. Twice she helped coordinate a technician coming to the house since we couldn’t be there. She left the house very clean, trash taken out, bed made. Brought all our mail in. Watered the few plants we asked. Etc. I hope she’s available next time we travel. Thank you!”
“My Dog Dottie loved Ava! Dottie has tons of energy and Ava spoiled her with long walks and lots of dog park trips. I felt so relieved that my pup was in great hands. Ava sent lots of pictures and updates and left the house nicer than she found it. The best! Already booking her again”
“Samantha did an amazing job taking care of our rambunctious and slightly anxious pup! She sent daily updates with lots of photos and videos, which was extremely helpful in calming our anxiety leaving him with a sitter for the first time. Our dog also needed to finish up some meds and Samantha let us know every time she gave him his meds. He is a teenage dog with lots of energy that easily gets distracted by the outside world so we really appreciate the care and patience that Samantha had throughout her stay.”
“Shakira was absolutely amazing, not only did she take great care of my lil fur baby but she sent plenty of photos and her communication was great. I will hopefully use Shakira anytime I need a sitter. If your thinking about booking Shakira as a sitter DO IT !!!!!”
About: I've had 5 years of dog caring and have raised 3 puppies. I have successfully taken care of multiple breeds of dogs of different sizes. Moreover, I know how to interact with multiple animals, cats, and dogs. I like to pay attention to their needs and play around. The sole joy of being in the company of a pet is my reward! I paid attention to my pets needs and other dogs needs. I have taken care of friends pets as well as puppies. and find that it is important to showcase love and affection for every pet. In terms of potty training, I'm quite capable of perceiving when they want to go. Will adhere to dogs dietary needs as well as engage their attention.
About: I have taken care of dogs my entire life , I was a baby who grew up with a Irish Setter. and so my life's journey has been traveled with My best buddies . My family and my pets. Their love and kindness cannot be measured and they deserve the very best of care. I pride myself on training tips and methods i have used on puppies to older dogs i’ve taught behavior adjustments. I believe a healthy fit pup is a happy one . I was also involved in a program we called visiting buddies , taking puppies to spend time with senior citizens and pre school students. throughly enjoyed by everyone involved. I am currently working part time and my schedule is flexible, I work in events. my availability is after 12 for walking and boarding generally but with enough notice I can work some morning hours. I have a large fenced yard as well as a dog run on the side of our home. I have a very friendly furry baby who will give your pup hours of entertainment. I you. would prefer. your pup was crated I. have a very large kennel indoors as well as outside. My home has tons of space .
“Anna was nothing short of wonderful with our senior dog who needed very early AM walks. I think we didn't leave enough food, but Anna improvised well. We'd never left our insecure husky before, but he was healthy and happy when we returned!”
About: Hi I'm Dominique, here to get out and walk Dogs or just be a friendly companion for your pets. I understand deeply the responsibility of careing for and loving our furry friends. What's better than knowing your furry friend is happy and healthy especially after being back from a busy day, or just knowing someone is there to help when your just not feeling good! That someone is me! I couldn't have found a better Gig! All animals deserve the attention they desire! They deserve to live a good life and get fresh air. I'll be there as a helping hand so please be detailed as possible with your pets individual needs and I assure a great visit. I'm a full time worker for rover, I have a 1 bed apartment in Pilsen very dog friendly neighborhood. I am available so contact me 😊 thank you. I have been caring for animals my whole life I have their best interest. Thanks for choosing river I am available full time. Contact me anytime! Im currently working part time so I have plenty of time to care for your pets, it would be my pleasure! Contact me for bookings! I have a fenced yard and other friendly pets to keep your dog company I also have a crate and for your pup if needed and plenty of space in my house.
“Christopher was great! He house sat for over 2 weeks and took care of our elderly cat, who needed meds twice a day and regular infusions. We got regular photos and updates and returned to a tidy home and a happy old cat. Would definitely recommend Christopher to others!”
“Dodd house sat and watched our lab and cat while we were out of town for a weekend. It was our first time leaving our pets together at home since they moved in together so I was nervous, but Dodd put me at ease and they had a great time with him! He left the house sparkling clean and even picked up some packages for us. Would definitely love to have him sit for us again!”
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Jayden Phoenix (They/Them) P.Star Sitter
“Jayden provided such excellent care to our dog and cat. They were communicative and responsive. They were also very kind towards us and our animals. I would highly recommend Jayden to other rover customers, and hope to book with them in the future.”
Brianna J.Star Sitter
“Brianna is so amazing, would 100% recommend her to take care of your pet! She is so kind and asked many great questions about our pet and home at our meet and greet. She took care of our dog for over two weeks and sent daily pictures and updates. She played with him, took him on long walks and brushed him. Our dog clearly loved her and her communication made us feel so reassured on our trip! She also left our place very clean. We are so lucky to have found her!”
Ava M.Star Sitter
“Ava was wonderful with our 3 pups. She knew how to manage their chaos and treated them so sweetly. She left the place looking great and really just went above and beyond. We will definitely be using her services again.”
Brianna S.
“We’ve got one special needs dog and two elderly cats that need very specific diets and medications. We’ve also got one more dog and cat! Brianna came in at the last minute for us to take care of everyone and after getting home it’s clear how much love everyone got from her thank you so much for taking such great care of everyone and sitting for us.”
Anais T.
“Anais was very communicative - she sent lots of pictures. She kept the place clean and was respectful. I would book her again. She was accommodating with special needs of my dog.”
Nicole R.
“Nicole was superb: friendly, prompt, communicative, and most of all, really great with our two puppies. They got more walks with her than they have in a very long time! She sent videos, photos, and updates each day, which we really appreciated. Will absolutely book her again.”
Alexa B.Star Sitter
“Alexa did a wonderful job taking care of our dog in our home over a long holiday weekend. She was communicative, made sure Beau got his walks and play time, left our home clean and our dog happy. She followed our instructions on everything and asked questions when she wasn’t sure about something. We hope our dog wasn’t too crazy for her, but we would gladly welcome her back! So grateful we found Alexa.”
Jennifer D.
“I’ve known Jennifer for nearly thirty years. She has always had pets since I’ve known her, and she has always been a loving caregiver to them. I would absolutely recommend her as a responsible caretaker for your pets.”
Daniela M.
“Very happy with Daniela as a pet/house sitter while we were overseas for 2-weeks. We don’t speak a common language, but my pets don’t speak English or Spanish either, so I wasn’t gonna let a language barrier be the sole reason to not hire someone. We used an audio translator app during the meet & greet, and most apps/ txt auto translate. I did provide an emergency contact of a bi-lingual friend. Thankfully we didn’t need to involve her. At the meet & greet, we practice giving my anxious cat’s oral tablet medication with dry kibble, and she was pretty good at it within a couple tries. Reassured me she would be able to administer when we’re gone. She sent regular photos/updates of our pets which always makes us happy and comfortable while traveling. We even had some HVAC issues while we were away, and Daniela was a trooper the whole time. Twice she helped coordinate a technician coming to the house since we couldn’t be there. She left the house very clean, trash taken out, bed made. Brought all our mail in. Watered the few plants we asked. Etc. I hope she’s available next time we travel. Thank you!”
Ava A.Star Sitter
“My Dog Dottie loved Ava! Dottie has tons of energy and Ava spoiled her with long walks and lots of dog park trips. I felt so relieved that my pup was in great hands. Ava sent lots of pictures and updates and left the house nicer than she found it. The best! Already booking her again”
Samantha E.Star Sitter
“Samantha did an amazing job taking care of our rambunctious and slightly anxious pup! She sent daily updates with lots of photos and videos, which was extremely helpful in calming our anxiety leaving him with a sitter for the first time. Our dog also needed to finish up some meds and Samantha let us know every time she gave him his meds. He is a teenage dog with lots of energy that easily gets distracted by the outside world so we really appreciate the care and patience that Samantha had throughout her stay.”
Shakira C.
“Shakira was absolutely amazing, not only did she take great care of my lil fur baby but she sent plenty of photos and her communication was great. I will hopefully use Shakira anytime I need a sitter. If your thinking about booking Shakira as a sitter DO IT !!!!!”
Luwam Z.Star Sitter
“Great communication, excellent attention to detail! My dog was safe and happy with Lu”
Sinmisola K.
“Sinmisola is a caring and exciting dog lover and is very responsible especially when it comes to providing fun and taking care of dogs wellbeing. He is an ideal candidate, as he has had the responsibility of taking care of dogs before.”
Monique O.
“Monique has been absolutely brilliant with my Shih Tzu. My baby is very nervous around other dogs and new people, but when he goes in his play date he is absolutely energized when he realizes where he is headed. Cocoa plays with her dogs and enjoys every moment. He has become more secure and open with her work and weekly meetings. Monique has been an absolute angel for my baby.”
Anna W.
“Anna was nothing short of wonderful with our senior dog who needed very early AM walks. I think we didn't leave enough food, but Anna improvised well. We'd never left our insecure husky before, but he was healthy and happy when we returned!”
Dominique F.
About: Hi I'm Dominique, here to get out and walk Dogs or just be a friendly companion for your pets. I understand deeply the responsibility of careing for and loving our furry friends. What's better than knowing your furry friend is happy and healthy especially after being back from a busy day, or just knowing someone is there to help when your just not feeling good! That someone is me! I couldn't have found a better Gig! All animals deserve the attention they desire! They deserve to live a good life and get fresh air. I'll be there as a helping hand so please be detailed as possible with your pets individual needs and I assure a great visit. I'm a full time worker for rover, I have a 1 bed apartment in Pilsen very dog friendly neighborhood. I am available so contact me 😊 thank you. I have been caring for animals my whole life I have their best interest. Thanks for choosing river I am available full time. Contact me anytime! Im currently working part time so I have plenty of time to care for your pets, it would be my pleasure! Contact me for bookings! I have a fenced yard and other friendly pets to keep your dog company I also have a crate and for your pup if needed and plenty of space in my house.
Christopher C.
“Christopher was great! He house sat for over 2 weeks and took care of our elderly cat, who needed meds twice a day and regular infusions. We got regular photos and updates and returned to a tidy home and a happy old cat. Would definitely recommend Christopher to others!”
Dodd B.
“Dodd house sat and watched our lab and cat while we were out of town for a weekend. It was our first time leaving our pets together at home since they moved in together so I was nervous, but Dodd put me at ease and they had a great time with him! He left the house sparkling clean and even picked up some packages for us. Would definitely love to have him sit for us again!”
Moria S.Star Sitter
“Moria was awesome! We got a lot of pictures and they were clearly thoughtful and considerate of our space.”
South Shore pet parents share their Rover experiences
Samantha has walked our dog several times before but this was our first time having her house sit to take care of our dog and cat while we were on vacation - she did an incredible job! Clear communication, regular updates and left our place clean. Would love to have her back :)
Monica was amazing with my kitten Stormie while we were away for the weekend. She responded very quickly and was able to arrange a meet and greet with us under short notice as well. I got update pictures and videos over the course of the weekend, so I always knew my baby was in good hands. She also left our apartment in perfect condition (which you can imagine is not easy with a kitten). I would 1,000% recommend Monica for any pet sitting as she definitely took the stress out of the whole weekend ♥
Laurel was SO great to my pup!! My dog can be a bit anxious around new people, but she warmed right up to Laurel and it made my trip away a breeze. I was super impressed by her frequent updates, and just going above and beyond to make my pup feel cared about. 10000/10 recommend Laurel!
Alexis took such wonderful care of our two young cats over the holiday weekend, my fiancé and I were truly impressed. She was highly respectful of our home, and our feisty shorthand got more snuggly with her than she typically does with at least one of her parents! I would recommend Alexis to any cat parent and we'll certainly look to book her for our next petsitting need.
Staci was amazing with our animals during our recent 9 day vacation. She stayed nights at our house to take care of our two cats and our energetic dog. She took wonderful care of them and was able to get our elderly cat to eat and take her pills. We highly recommend using Staci to care for your cats or dogs!
Henry watched our girls and home for 2 weeks while we were out of the country. The girls loved spending time with him and Henry sent us regular updates throughout our trip. He instantly bonded with our pups on a previous trip and the girls were super excited to see him. When we returned the pups were happy, well cared for, and the house was clean/organized. It is great to know that we are leaving the girls in good hands and I’m sure the pups are looking forward to the next time they get to see Henry!
Viola made us feel so comfortable and at ease with her care for Champ AND our home. She is an inherent pet lover and nurturer and she makes sure she goes above and beyond to make both you and your pet feel safe. She even cleaned up the apartment before leaving without us even asking! We will definitely be asking her back to watch our “son”.
Destin was fantastic to work with. He was very communicative leading up to and during the stay. He followed all the instructions we left without issue, sharing photos and videos of our happy dog, and even bringing in packages for us. We will definitely reach out to him again!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in South Shore is $50
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in South Shore on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in South Shore.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. South Shore house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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 house 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 house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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