Personalized care for your dog or cat - Lake View
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Lake View
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“Julia was absolutely amazing! She took my girl Luna on a last minute notice, and treated my dog like her own. She sent me several updates and made sure my dog was having a great stay. She also gifted Luna with a ball which was really nice. So thankful to have found a great sitter. Thank you julia!”
“Chad and his wife were great! They were very responsive and sent many picture updates which made me feel good about leaving Dolly! Chad was also very flexible, he worked with us to pick her up early when our flight was changed. We booked them again for a longer trip and I know Dolly is in good hands!”
“Remi had a great time with John and Ryan and they updated me with pictures every day! She came back sleepy and content. I'll definitely have her stay with them again if I go out of town!”
“This was my first time using Rover, and it couldn’t have gone better. Megan walked me through the process step by step, and she ensured that my Roo was well taken care of. She was very responsive when I checked in, and provided photos of Roo’s adventures while I was away. I would absolutely take Roo to her again in the future.”
“Malik and Lindsey took great care of our dog! They were super flexible with our pickup and drop off times and our dog was so excited when we got back, we knew he had been spoiled while we were gone!”
“Sky was the absolute bestttt with my dog while she spent the week with her. Great communicator and very understanding. My dog had so much fun, she came back home so worn out. Definitely booking her again soon!”
“Keit took great care of Bumi while we were away for a long weekend. He has some back issues and Keit was great about carrying him up and down the stairs.”
“So friendly and accommodating to me and my Santi boy. He seemed so happy and comfortable arriving home so i KNOW he had a great time. Charise is a true dog lover and i look forward to booking with her again. Thank you!!”
“Katie was a great sitter. She frequently updated and let me know how my dog was. He seemed every happy at her place. Her dog is always very friendly and got along just fine with mine. Thanks again :)”
“Joerg and Lake were great! Communicated, and made me feel very at ease leaving my dog with them. My dog also got along great with their dog! Will for sure be using them again in the future!”
“This was our first time having our dog Tanner in a home stay rather than boarding at a doggie hotel. Mikey was great to work with, kept us updated with videos and photos, and took good care of Tanner. We’d love to have Tanner stay with Mikey again.”
“Susan was absolutely wonderful with Jasper. We first met her in August when she watched Jasper for our wedding and she was just delightful. Her dog Isla and Jasper got along so well and Susan even sent us video and photo updates as requested. When we return for another visit with Jasper in October Jasper was so excited, he knew exactly where he was and was ready for some more time with his friends. We highly recommend Susan as a care taker as she is kind, responsive and her love for dogs is just wonderful. Thank you so much Susan and looking forward to the next time”
“Wow! What a great 1st time experience! Ian was nothing short of great to our pup Maverick! Genuinely so caring and attentive! Sent the cutest photos and videos and loved on our golden doodle so well. Highly recommend. Communicative and so responsive 10/10 experience. Thanks Ian.”
“Sophia & Andy sent plenty of photos during Shiloh’s stay and he looked very comfortable with them! Will definitely book with them again in the future! Thank you!”
“Yeo was amazing!!! Rex was so exhausted of playing so much which was awesome. He was so patient as Rex adjusted. We are so grateful for Yeo and look forward to using his services again. Cannot recommend enough.”
“Per usual, Cocoa was in the best hands with Christina. She loves going over, so much so she dragged me there this time. I love all the updates and never have any second thoughts dropping her off with Christina!”
“Alyssa is amazing! She took care of my dog for two nights while I was visiting Chicago. She was always quick to respond to messages and sent photo updates throughout the stay. She immediately put me at ease and I was able to enjoy my trip stress free knowing that my dog was in good hands. I would definitely recommend her to anyone that needs pet care!”
“Osito’s stay was excellent as usual!! Abigail and Christopher are so attentive and communicative. Getting photos and updates from them while we’re away is the best part of each day! Plus I’m pretty sure our dog has a new best friend in Olive! 🥰”
“Samantha was awesome. Took excellent care of our 10 month old Chihuahua. I think she took better care of me with the pictures and reassuring that he was OK.lol She totally has my repeat business hands-down best pet Pet Sitter ever!!!”
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Cat caregivers near you - Lake View
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“Lauryn was timely and communicative while checking in on Dipper (and even cleaned up a knocked over plant - gotta love cats). I would recommend her if you're in need of someone to swing by!”
“Brooke is a fantastic cat sitter as always! She is an excellent communicator, makes our cat Mimi feel comfortable, and overall takes such good care of Mimi!”
“Lavinia was very sweet and communicative with us about her visits!! She sent a lot of pictures of our kitty cat, which is great for me because I get anxious being away from him. He is a very skittish and shy baby, so the fact that he was willing to come out and interact with her for a bit says a lot about who she is as a person. I would absolutely ask her to cat sit again!”
“Our cats warmed up to Zoe right away, she was super nice and we cannot thank her enough. Next time we are away we hope to book her again if she is available.”
“Delaney was so great and super attentive, left very detailed reports of all of her visits and my cat Frank seems like he was better behaved than he usually is (either he knocked over way less things or Delaney picked them up - either way - thank you!) Will absolutely book again :)”
“Katarina has cared for my cats twice & they’ve been well taken care of both times. She’s punctual & always provides plenty of information on the rover card.”
“Madeline took care of our cats while we were out of town for the week and we couldn’t have asked for someone better! Our cats come with a few particular instructions and she was absolutely amazing with them! We can’t wait to book with her again. :)”
“Kristen is the best! She has taken care of our two cats on a few different occasions and each time she has been communicative, thorough, and punctual. Our cats like her as well, so I always know I'm leaving them in great hands. Highly recommend!”
“Jessica is amazing! I feel so lucky to have her as Eve’s cat sitter. She comes up with fun ways to keep Eve stimulated like throwing treats around the apartment for her to chase. Even when I’m away for longer trips I feel so comfortable leaving Eve in Jessica’s care.”
“Tabitha was amazing with my cat during the drop in visits! I needed someone last minute, and she was available to help out. She spent the full amount of time with my cat and gave thorough feedback on every visit. She sent me lots of pictures, and took the time to get to know my cat, play with him and cuddle him! She accommodated to all my needs and request with no problems! 10/10 recommend Tabitha! For once I could go on vacation and not feel sad or scared about leaving my cat for a week. Knowing how passionate Tabitha was with Benz made me feel so much better. She was the best! Thank you for everything you did for us!”
“Eddy was able to cat sit for me on such a short notice and was great with my cats! One of my cats was having urinary issues before I left and she was able to give him the meds he needed. Would book again!”
“I highly recommend Gail! I appreciated everything from the communication to taking care of my cat, Blake. She even was so kind to put a food delivery box (that arrived early) in my fridge. 100% will have her take care of Blake again. Thank you Gail!”
“Amazing cat sitter. I could tell Muscles really enjoyed his time with her. She went above and beyond what was asked. I will definitely reach out to her first if we need to travel anywhere.”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Lake View
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“Megan was a great host for our pups! Very willing to accommodate our schedule and responsive before and during our trip. Our two dogs had a great time during day care at her place and come home tuckered out both days they stated there. Thanks for taking such good care of them!”
“Brad was great! He sent pics and feedback. Made me feel very comfortable that my dog was getting all the TLC possible. I will be using him for my vacation stay.”
“Nathan watched our dogs on three separate days while visiting the Chicago area and we couldn’t have found a better fit for our two dogs! We really appreciate the time you spent with them on their walks and looking after them. Thank you so much Nathan! We had such a great time and if we’re ever back in the city we will definitely get a hold of you.”
“John & Ryan took wonderful care of my dog Newton! They sent a cute photo update and were very flexible with pick up and drop off times. Would highly recommend!”
“I found Rebecca last minute on Rover and truly couldn’t have had a better experience. She was so kind and communicative even before we met, and was willing to care for Luna with little notice. From the moment I dropped her off, she kept me updated throughout the day with the cutest pictures, which meant so much. I was pretty anxious leaving Luna with someone new, but Rebecca completely put my mind at ease. I knew Luna was in excellent hands the entire time. Highly recommend 🤍”
About: I have a one year old Australian Shepherd; she is the most loving and friendly dog that can get along with any dog. I grew up with dogs and have plenty of space in our apartment and take daily visits to the dog park near us! I work from home and can spend the whole day with your puppy! I take my puppy Clover to the dog park at least once a day and for walks every few hours. We are a 10 min walk from the lake and love to go on lake walks! I have a super friendly Australian Shepard to play with your dog all day. She is filled with energy but can also respect your dogs space when needed!
“Sky provided top notch care for Groot! Several picture updates and cute memes of them gave me confidence in her quality care giving skills. It helps that Groot came home super tired from all of their playtime! Will book again!”
About: I’ve grown up with both cats and dogs and had them as pets all my life. I frequently pet sit for all my friends and love spending time with fury babies! I just finished up my PhD and am taking some much needed rest time, therefore my schedule is very open. I live in Lakeview and am around most weekends as well. I absolutely adore pets and strive to make them feel as comfortable as possible. I understand it can be weird for the animals to have a stranger come visit them while their parent is away and I keep that in mind when interacting with them. I am patient and kind and wait for the pet to come to me for attention or love!
“Mady is absolutely great! Theo loves Mady and makes us feel so much more comfortable to leave him with her while we are at work rather than at a busy dog place where they don’t really watch her. Theo is a puppy and has had some tummy problems and Mady was a champ helping him out during the day! Huge thanks to Mady and would highly recommend! - Anna”
“Michaela was very attentive to our puppy blue. Sent us pictures and updates all day. She took our request last minute and we are very grateful. Seems like blue had a great time.”
“Max went for daycare with Jiyeon today, and as soon as we arrived, he knew exactly where we were and walked in with total confidence. It’s such a joy to see him so excited—this is the only place where he runs in, tail wagging, ready for a full day of play with his pup friends! Jiyeon has been absolutely wonderful with Max, and her daily updates give us so much peace of mind. We’re so grateful for the care and consistency she provides.”
About: I grew up with a Bernese Mountain Dog and have watched/walked countless dogs throughout my 24yrs of life. From energetic to mellow, introverted to extroverted, and aggressive to gentle. I have always been able to breakthrough and bring out the sweethearts they are! I have experience working with mistreated Pit Bulls during my time in college. On top of that, I spent a summer volunteering in a dog van bathing service. Plain and simple, I have spent a lot of time with dogs! I truly love them and think they are all wonderful with the proper care and affection! Pet care is my primary focus as of now. Willing and able to work whenever possible! I recently graduated from Colorado State and will be attending Northwestern for my masters in the fall. Until then, I will be dog walking/sitting. I look forward to working with you all! I have a spacious three floor apartment with one roommate, who is also a huge dog lover and well experienced with dogs. We have an outdoor fenced in patio that is suitable for all dogs. We also have no other animals in the house. We are smoke free and all house plants are animal friendly. In terms of care, I first assure the dog feels safe and comfortable. Time is needed in order to let them become so. Secondly, I make sure simple needs are met: water, food, bathroom. It is all about being aware and open to a dog’s subtle gestures. The right environment is crucial to set the tone and mood of the dog! In my care, I hope to make every dog feel safe and loved!
“Llama adores her days with Tara and her family. She's always wiggley with excitement in the morning approaching the front door! Tara has been extremely helpful, friendly and understanding. I Highly recommend her!”
“Nicholas was fantastic watching Tilly and provided updates and photos along the way! This was our puppy’s first time being dog sat so we were a bit nervous, but glad we had Nicholas watching her!”
About: Dog lover at heart! I have had two dogs of my own and loved taking care of them. I also cared for dogs and other pets in my neighborhood growing up for years and have since continued that. I have cared for dogs of all sizes, breeds, and ages, including senior dogs and dogs over 100 lbs. My fiancée works from home most days and I work from home 3 days of the week we are able to tend to dogs pretty flexibly! She is a dog lover as well and has tons of experience caring for dogs. We have a few parks nearby that we love taking our family and friends' dogs to, to throw a ball around or just let the dog run around. Would love to take care of your dog! I work from home in a very flexible job that allows me to be available almost all the time. I love getting outside for walks and going to the park. Generally, I love being active and have lots of free time to spend with dogs! I have a fairly spacious apartment that the dog will be free to roam if desired. We don’t have a yard, so any time outside will be walks / trips to parks. Your dog will always be leashed unless they are off leash trained and you are comfortable allowing me to let them off leash at the park. I am comfortable with almost any arrangement that will allow you to feel comfortable allowing your dog to stay in my care!
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Lake View
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About: I have a 5 year old standard female golden doodle (Casey) who is a high-maintenance girly but a big ball of love & joy in my family! I am typically available Mondays after 5 pm, Fridays after 12 pm and at any time on weekend days (Saturday and Sunday) to walk or dog sit your furry friend! I make sure my dog Casey’s bowls are full, take her outside whenever needs the bathroom, and make sure she gets good play time whenever she isn’t napping.
About: I’ve been taking care of pets since I was kid. Both my own and my neighbors. I’ve always loved animals and will do my very best to take care of your family member! I am currently available at any time of the week, I can be ready whenever you need me to take care of your family member. I can take care of your pet and your house however you need. I can take your pet on whatever walk or to whatever park they need and like!
About: I’ve cared for animals for over three years! While I primarily care for cats and dogs, I’ve done pet sitting for rabbits and hamsters as well! I’ve fostered cats and dogs and grew up in a home with two dogs and three cats! I have pets of my own and love all kinds of furry friends! I am a full-time student in college but am currently on summer break so my schedule is very open! I am excited to meet your pets! I have cared for pets in clients’ homes for over three years and ensure that your house is as clean and tidy as you left it! I understand the anxiety of leaving your pet at home and want to make sure I can ease your concern. I also send pet pics if you so desire!
“Great communication and fast to respond! Happy with the service provided, showed up at the designated time for the walk and did all that I asked. Also sent some cute pics of my dog!”
About: I treat every dog like family and genuinely love being outdoors with them. Your pet gets my full attention, every time, I’m all about quality care. I am a middle school teacher and I am currently on summer break! I joined Rover because I have some free time in the summer and would love to spend it with some dogs:) I have a very flexible schedule since I am not doing my main job at the moment. I currenly live in an apartment on the third floor with two roomates who also love animals. I have an outdoor green area with fake grass I can take animals out to use the bathroom and play. I am also not far from the lake and many parks! I love to stay active and go on walks so know your pet will be taken care of to the best of my ability!
About: I’ve cared for both cats and dogs for years, starting in middle school and throughout college. I’ve helped friends, family, and neighbors with dog walking, overnight stays, and daily drop-ins, so I’m comfortable handling a variety of routines and pet personalities (puppies, old dogs/cats, medications, cones, I have helped with all!) I’ve been living in Lakeview East for the past two years and really enjoy how walkable the area is—perfect for dog walks! Since my apartment doesn’t allow pets, I’d love the opportunity to get some quality pet time—while also you helping out! Currently I work 2 days in office and the rest I work from home. I’m luckily able to have flexibility with wfh days/start/end/break times - just let me know when you need me! You can trust me to be communicative and respectful of your space and your fur babies. If there are specific things that I can do to make you feel more comfortable I’ll gladly take the extra step.
About: I love the uncomplicated and whole-hearted love of a dog. I'm not a current dog dad but I grew up with and raised a Husky/Lab named Aza, who was my best bud from the time she was a pup to her passing at 14. I recently joined the ranks of the under-employed so I'm especially looking to get out of the house during the day, but my schedule is very flexible and I'm free for most evenings. I'm always respectful of a pet's boundary (particularly a cat's iykyk) but also very watchful and protective. I love going on walks anyway and I am no stranger to a doodie-bag ;)
About: Hi! I've always been a huge animal lover. Growing up and currently, my family has had multiple dogs and other small pets (hamster and rabbit). Most of our dogs were 85+ lbs, so I'm comfortable with dogs of all sizes. I have also spent a lot of time with some family members who have large dogs, birds, and reptiles. While I'm not professionally trained, I've dog sat for friends and family and have spent years helping care for my own family pets. I moved to Chicago a couple summers ago and haven’t had any pets since then, so I’ve really been missing having animals around. I’m really excited to spend time with some furry friends this summer and give them the same love I've given my pets over the years! I am a teacher, so I have good summer availability. There are a few weeks where I do work a part-time job or travel, but I plan to still be available for pet care. I will use my best judgement while also following any rules indicated by the client. I will be as respectful of your space as I am of my own while working hard to make your pet feel loved while you are away!
“Ania is the best, and most importantly, my dog LOVES her! She is super communicative pre walk and sends pics and updates throughout their adventure. She kept my dog moving on the 606 and dog park...he was snoozing within 20 minutes both times after coming back! I will definitely be reaching out to Ania soon!”
“Seems to have had a great walk with Addy! Covered some great distance which is always appreciated for my active girl. Did come back closer to 45 min instead of the hour I paid for but possibly due to the heat is my guess. Overall great job.”
“Sarah was great walking my dog! I had a last minute request and she was quick to set up a meet and greet. She was also helpful with encouraging positive reinforcement training with my pup! Also provided timely and helpful updates on the walk. Will definitely book again with her again. Thanks, Sarah!”
“Kevin was great both with Hank and me, his Type A mother. First time entrusting him to a dog walker, Kevin kept me in the loop with text updates on his ETA and shared pictures and fun recaps of their time together. Would definitely recommend Kevin!”
About: I’ve been around dogs my entire life and have years of experience caring for pets through family, friends, neighbors, and as an official dog walker during undergrad. I understand how much trust goes into letting someone care for your pet and enter your home, so reliability and communication are my top priorities. I love staying active and spending time outside, making walks and drop-ins something I genuinely enjoy. Whether your pet needs exercise, attention, feeding, or just some company while you’re away, I’ll make sure they are cared for like they’re my own. I recently moved to Chicago and have a flexible schedule before starting my full-time role later this summer, which gives me plenty of availability for weekday walks and drop-ins. I’m available throughout the day and enjoy walks as a way to stay active and explore the neighborhood. I know pets are family, and I take that responsibility seriously. I always follow owner instructions closely, double-check doors and locks, keep pets safely leashed outside, and provide updates/photos so you know your pet is happy and cared for. I am comfortable with different personalities, from energetic dogs who need exercise to pets who just need patience, attention, and companionship.
“Delaney was super patient and understanding with my nervous pup on her first visit! I will definitely book again with her, she put forth a lot of effort to make my dog feel comfortable and trusting. Super communicative as well!”
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Large dog specialists near you - Lake View
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“Remi had a great time with John and Ryan and they updated me with pictures every day! She came back sleepy and content. I'll definitely have her stay with them again if I go out of town!”
“Malik and Lindsey took great care of our dog! They were super flexible with our pickup and drop off times and our dog was so excited when we got back, we knew he had been spoiled while we were gone!”
“Sky was the absolute bestttt with my dog while she spent the week with her. Great communicator and very understanding. My dog had so much fun, she came back home so worn out. Definitely booking her again soon!”
“Keit took great care of Bumi while we were away for a long weekend. He has some back issues and Keit was great about carrying him up and down the stairs.”
“So friendly and accommodating to me and my Santi boy. He seemed so happy and comfortable arriving home so i KNOW he had a great time. Charise is a true dog lover and i look forward to booking with her again. Thank you!!”
“Katie was a great sitter. She frequently updated and let me know how my dog was. He seemed every happy at her place. Her dog is always very friendly and got along just fine with mine. Thanks again :)”
“Joerg and Lake were great! Communicated, and made me feel very at ease leaving my dog with them. My dog also got along great with their dog! Will for sure be using them again in the future!”
“Wow! What a great 1st time experience! Ian was nothing short of great to our pup Maverick! Genuinely so caring and attentive! Sent the cutest photos and videos and loved on our golden doodle so well. Highly recommend. Communicative and so responsive 10/10 experience. Thanks Ian.”
“Sophia & Andy sent plenty of photos during Shiloh’s stay and he looked very comfortable with them! Will definitely book with them again in the future! Thank you!”
“Yeo was amazing!!! Rex was so exhausted of playing so much which was awesome. He was so patient as Rex adjusted. We are so grateful for Yeo and look forward to using his services again. Cannot recommend enough.”
“Per usual, Cocoa was in the best hands with Christina. She loves going over, so much so she dragged me there this time. I love all the updates and never have any second thoughts dropping her off with Christina!”
“Osito’s stay was excellent as usual!! Abigail and Christopher are so attentive and communicative. Getting photos and updates from them while we’re away is the best part of each day! Plus I’m pretty sure our dog has a new best friend in Olive! 🥰”
“Rico and his family are great. They always take excellent care of Rye, and this past weekend was no exception. Rye came to them with some stomach issues, but they were still willing to watch him and took such great care of him! He loves being at their home.”
“Sharon was absolutely wonderful!! We will certainly reach out to her anytime we need someone to watch Betty in the future! She shared lots of updates and photos as well are really integrated our dog Betty into her family and routine which was so important to us!! When we picked Betty up we could tell she was so so happy and comfortable with Sharon and got lots of playtime and love! Sharon made sure there were plenty of walks, park and/outdoor time based on what is best for the dogs! For example one day is was very hot and she set up a pool in the backyard for Betty and her dog! I highly recommend Sharon especially if you have a dog like my Golden Retriever who would much rather be around other people and dogs than in a crate!”
“We were so thankful to Marcos for taking good care of our pup and reassuring us that he was settling into his fun week of summer camp! Marcos sent pictures and updates and it looked like our pup had a fun week making new friends in Marcos' backyard, which is basically a dog paradise!”
“Ferris had another great stay with Angel. Angel always communicates well throughout the stay with lots of photos, videos, and updates, and Ferris has so much fun playing with other dog friends while there. We plan to continue having Ferris stay with Angel in the future!”
“Nicky was great with our Frenchie. Lots of communication and photos. Would recommend if you need someone that can care for a fussy dog that needs lots of attention!”
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