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Sitter Profile Image: Kati C.
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Kati C.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 194 reviews
56 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Hawthorn Woods, IL, 60047

“Kati helped out last minute when a family emergency came up. She's watched our pups several times and they love her. It's was a huge help to not have to worry about our pups when we had a lot of other stuff in our plate. Highly recommend Kati if you need someone reliable who your pups will love.”

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Christina H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 207 reviews
44 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Mundelein, IL, 60060

“Teena did a great job taking care of my cats! They seemed very comfortable with her. Teena sent me a note with pictures of every visit, including any behaviors that were fun or needed a question answered. It’s good to know I can rely on her for future care!”

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Haley H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Lake Zurich, IL, 60047

“Haley gets my shy kitties to come out of hiding for love! Animals can’t tell when people are good!”

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Zachary W.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Barrington, IL, 60010

“Zack was so wonderful with our cat, took great care of him, and spent time.!!”

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Kevin H.
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$20
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30 years of experience
Mundelein, IL, 60060

About: I’m a professional pet lover for over thirty years. I’ve proudly taken care of cats, dogs, birds, fish, Guinea pigs, and even lizards. For your day care or overnight stays, I have a very large fenced in yard, a four bedroom house and a large basement so there’s plenty of room for your pet to play or relax. If your pet just needs some playtime, I love going on long walks and will always clean up after them. I can go on walks that last only five minutes, or if your pet prefers, I can go up to an hour if necessary. I take pride in your animals well being, and will follow your instructions on how to make them feel at home. I personally guarantee your pet is in good hands with me.

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Emma H.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
4 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Wauconda, IL, 60084

“Emma was a wonderful sitter for our two cats while we were on vacation. She is reliable, flexible, communicative, and attentive. We would hire her again!”

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Alex H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
6 repeat clients
38 years of experience
Libertyville, IL, 60048

“Alex was great with Hobbes. Would definitely book him again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Dayna G.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
10 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Wauconda, IL, 60084

“Dayna is fantastic. My dogs really liked her. She was extremely flexible as my plans changed several times. She sent lots of pictures and let me know what was happening with my fur babies every step of the way. I will definitely trust my babies with her in the near future. Highly recommend her.”

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Nancy P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
2 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Lake Zurich, IL, 60047

About: I have had dogs my whole life. Watching family and friends dogs gives me great joy! Dogs have been a part of my whole life. I love them dearly, my sister in law travels quite often which gives me the opportunity to watch her two dogs. One is a puppy full of energy and they are so fun to spend time with and play. Love going on walks to the forest preserves out in nature. let me be your dogs new friend. I work four days a week Tuesday thru Friday until 3:30pm. I'm available for boarding Friday nights thru Monday. I can take dogs for walks on Mondays, Weekends, and Tuesday-Friday after 4. I have a big home plenty of space to run around and play. My backyard is good size and fenced in. I can update you with photos of your dog. I can maintain the feeding schedule as required. I will make sure your dog has plenty outdoor time walks or just playing in my yard.

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Chris R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 119 reviews
35 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Round Lake, IL, 60073

“Great job. On time, dogs seemed contented. He also carefully observed our request that he not get his face close to Bertie's (he sometimes nips), yet managed to show him affection, etc.”

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Delaney W.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
20 years of experience
Wauconda, IL, 60084

“Delaney was great from start to finish! We were able to coordinate a meet & greet prior to the requested booking dates to ensure both parties got along well. My cat was well taken care of - and Delaney even helped out with the mail and weekly garbage/recycling pick up. I’d definitely recommend her to anyone needing their cat cared for while they’re away.”

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Mikayla L.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
9 years of experience
Palatine, IL, 60067

“Met with me on short notice and was able to take care of Armstrong the next day. She was very communicative and seemed great with him! Thanks again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Anna N.
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Anna N.
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• 47 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Vernon Hills, IL, 60061

“Anna was just wonderful! She came for drop-in visits and looked after my dog and cat while we were gone for 8 days. I looked forward to seeing the photos of my sweet dog on his walks and I couldn’t believe my extremely shy cat made appearances for photos, too! We were relaxed on our vacation knowing our pets were well looked after. Thank you so very much, Anna!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Brittany G.
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Brittany G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wheeling, IL, 60090

“Brittany took great care of my cat while out of town! It was clear from the get-go that she’s an organized, responsible pet sitter who loves animals and takes their personalities/routines/preferences into account. We appreciated the detailed updates and pictures from each check in, it was reassuring to know our cat was in good hands. Highly recommend Brittany and we’ll definitely work with her again!”

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Kortney B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Northland, Vernon Hills, IL, 60061

About: Growing up, I had a couple dogs. Along with family and friends always having dogs around, I have always taken care of dogs. I love to walk them, bathe them, and play! I would take care of your fur baby like my own! I have a flexible schedule and work independently so I have plenty of flexibility for you and your baby!❤️ What works for your schedule will most likely work for mine. I look forward to spend time with and take care of your baby and I will enjoy every second! You can trust me with your pet like it’s my own! I am an honest human being with a heart full of love and compassion. I would love to take your fur baby to the park to play and have fun, as well as a jog/walk of course, and I wouldn’t mind giving your baby a bath if need be! Perhaps a trip to the pet store to spoil?! Don’t worry cats will love me too! I know just the spot they love scratched and will offer plenty of playtime.

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Alexandra H.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
18 years of experience
Island Lake, IL, 60042

“Alex did amazing job at taking care of my pet chinchilla!! She spent time playing with him and made sure my chinchilla’s cage was stock up in fresh hay, food, water and toys. 😊”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ali S.
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Ali S.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 35 reviews
5 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Fox River Grove, IL, 60021

“We booked Ali last minute for a long weekend. She was amazing with our dog and helped give her medication. She truly was a lifesaver. She had great updates and ensured my dog got play time along with a lot of pets.”

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Cole V.
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$20
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3 years of experience
Buffalo Grove, IL, 60089

About: Hi everyone! I am new to this app, but am well equipped to take care of your animals like my own. I have a 5 year old golden retriever who takes medication and a calico cat I adopted 3 years ago. Feel free to reach out with any questions! I am currently working a remote job from 7:30am-4:30pm. I have a 30 minute lunch where I would be free to come drop in or walk your pet! I would also be able to before work and after work as well. I have a golden retriever who I give prebiotics too every morning along with his medication twice a day. Now that I work remote I walk him very frequently. I am also a cat owner and adopted my cat 3 years ago when she was a kitten.

Sitter Profile Image: Cassandra K.
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Cassandra K.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Grayslake, IL, 60030

About: My passion is taking care of animals. I've always had animals in my house growing up and currently still have a house full. I understand each animal has their own identity and quirks. I currently have a wide range of animals from 2 cats and a dog to multiple reptiles! I have an extremely flexible schedule which will allow me to be there to help with any pet care need that may arise through our the day or week. I will follow any direction of home care for you pet while you are away. I only want to keep your pet as stress free as possible.

Sitter Profile Image: Angela B.
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Angela B.
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$30
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12 years of experience
Mundelein, IL, 60060

About: I am a Penn nursing student and have a background in veterinary medicine! While I am in school I am looking to take care of your furry friends!!! While I am in school I do have in person classes, but can be pretty flexible whether it’s a short drop in visit or a couple day stay I am available to help! I have had a 110 pound german Shepard and a 30 pound mini bernadoodle so I feel comfortable with all size ranges of dogs. Since working in a clinic I have learned to read pets behavior so I will make sure your pet is well taken care of

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The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Sylvan Lake is $20

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda always takes such good care of my two cats. She is great at letting them be their little aloof selves. She makes a point to go above and beyond every time she visits.

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Tracie T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kati always does a wonderful job watching our pups when we are out of town. They always look so happy and when we come home they have been well taken care of.

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Nicole V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My cats are VERY skittish and one comes out for her! Mallory always takes such great care of them and is very responsive. She’s always my first choice. Highly recommend!

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Liza F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We have used Kelsey for several weeks as an ongoing sitter for Cinnamon, and she is reliable, caring, and a great communicator.

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Christopher A.
Drop-In Visits
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Ashley took great care of my cats, followed instructions, and sent pictures each day of their play time. One of my shy cats came out to play with her each day. Would book again!

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Donaleigh S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Been working with Krystal for years now & will continue to do so! She’s so great with our cats, one of which requires extra patience. Always a 5 star experience!

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Michelle K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Haley was wonderful! She was reliable, caring, and took great care of my pets. I would happily book her again and highly recommend her!

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Yana D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Shawna did another incredible job checking in our cats while we were away. Our cats get so excited when she visits and we are at ease knowing they’re in great hands!

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Beatrice H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Breanna did a great job with my cats and rabbit. Communicated well and sent pictures from each visit while I was away. Definitely would hire her again!

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Nathan O.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Great care! Followed directions and communicated well when there was an issue with the lock. I won’t hesitate to book with her again the next time we’re out of town!

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Michelle Z.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lisa was amazing and did a fantastic job watching my cat while I was gone. She spent lots of time with him gave him lots of love and attention and I would highly recommend her to watch your pets!

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Dave K.
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As of November 2026, there are 8,508 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Sylvan Lake. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

You and your sitter can agree on a care schedule that fits your pet’s routine and the sitter’s availability. Pet Sitting can be booked as a one-time or recurring drop-in visit. If you need overnight care or dog walks, you may also be able to book House Sitting or Dog Walking through Rover with the same sitter, provided they offer those services.

Before booking, confirm:

  • the timing, length, and frequency of visits;
  • the care instructions the sitter should follow;
  • which parts of your pet’s usual routine should be prioritized;
  • how often you would like to receive messages, photos, or other updates.

Not every sitter offers the same services, availability, or booking options. Review their profile and discuss the care you need through Rover before booking each service.

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.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

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.

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.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Sylvan Lake. On Rover:

  • 86% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 91% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 93% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.

sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.

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