Personalized care for your dog or cat - Near South Side
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Near South Side
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“Katrina is an amazing caregiver. Incredibly thoughtful and caring. Excellent communication. Fun pictures. I felt completely comfortable with Katrina watching my little one 🐶🙏”
“Shelby was awesome with our dog Odi! She was really responsive and sent us a lot of pictures and updates the entire time we were gone. We will definitely be booking with Shelby again! I highly recommend her!”
“Chelsea is such a wonderful sitter !!! My dog absolutely loves her and her family. It’s great knowing that my dog is in great hands when I’m away and Chelsea always takes great care of her. Highly recommend Chelsea !!”
“Our Bernie loved staying with Joe. He understands dogs through and through, and maybe even more important, he understands and appreciates the quirks and idiosyncrasies of particular dogs. He kept us well informed and accommodated our schedule. Bernie would go back in a heartbeat, I’m sure, and we would be happy knowing she was in good hands.”
“Fred was amazing to work with! He kept me updated every day and made sure to keep me in the loop with how my dog was doing. My dog can be a bit stubborn, but Fred handled it like a pro and made sure everything went smoothly. I really appreciated his communication and care.”
“Katie was great! Chloe seemed like she had a fun time with her. Katie sent lots of pictures! We also were really grateful for how accommodating Katie was - our flight was delayed and she was so nice about us having to switch around pickup plans.”
“I had a great experience with Scott as always. He took wonderful care of Bambi and kept me updated throughout the stay. It was clear Bambi was comfortable, happy, and well cared for.”
“AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING! Alex took incredible care of my chihuahua while I was out of town for a wedding. She sent me pics and a video. She was soooo thorough. Most importantly, she loved on my puppy like it was her own. I couldn’t be more grateful!”
“Iwona was absolutely wonderful! She sent us pictures and updates each night. We knew our pup was in good hands and played outside the whole week. We will absolutely be returning!”
“Stephanie was great was my dog Jackson - he stayed with her for two weeks and I received daily updates and tons of pictures. He loved her dog Baylen and came home exhausted- he clearly had a fun time. Stephanie was even flexible in taking him a night earlier than expected due to a snow storm. Overall very pleased and look forward to using her in the future. Thanks Steph and Baylen!”
“We could not be more grateful for Sam. We had never used him before and our dog got sick on the first night of our 7 day trip (Sam was not at all at fault for the sickness). The sickness ended with a trip to the emergency vet. Sam was so kind and helpful during this! He kept us up to date and never made us feel bad. I would recommend Sam 100/100 times!!!”
“Jenna was great with Bo! I also appreciated her flexibility in booking an overnight stay for Bo to accommodate a planned sleepover with my Grands. I am hoping to set up a return visit for Bo.”
“Bernie’s hosts were wonderful, especially in the unflustered and caring way they dealt with a transportation crisis my wife and I had. They made me feel like they would have happily made extra room in their family for another week as cooly as they did for an extra day. Bernie is an untroubled, self-confident old girl who enjoys human and canine company, and this was a great environment for her with very nice dog-loving people.”
“Blaire took great care of our dog while we were away! She asked all the right questions before we left and gave us frequent updates on how they were doing. I’d recommend her for anyone’s dog.”
“I came back to a happy pup. Steven sent pics and gave me assurance that kelce was happy and comfortable when I was away. I hope Steven has availability next time I go out of town.”
“Jennifer and her family have always been reliable sitters that we can count on for our pup Kona. Both with food, medications, socializing with other dogs, and even attending to more particular concerns about her care they’ve always been very kind and caring. The only sitters I use!”
Over 4.1 million dogs curled up for a sleepover in a sitter's home on Rover1
Cat caregivers near you - Near South Side
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“Morgan is amazing, thoughtful and caring. Thank you for taking care of my fur baby. She went above and beyond to take care of my cat and when our hallway outside was smokey, she called the front desk to make sure all is well and my cat would be safe! Thank you!”
“Kaylie did an amazing job taking care of our girls! She was very communicative & kept us updated with tons of pictures while we were away. I would 100% recommend her & book with her again :)”
“We had Kate look after our cat Pesto, and she was amazing! She's super friendly and really loves animals, which was clear from the start. Kate made sure to get all the details about Pesto's daily life so she could keep everything as normal for him as possible. She sent us updates and photos every day, which we absolutely loved. It made us feel like we were still a part of Pesto's day even though we were away. Kate really went the extra mile to make sure both we and Pesto were happy. We're so happy with how Kate took care of Pesto and we'll definitely ask her to sit him again. Highly recommend her to anyone needing a pet sitter!”
“Emliy was Awesome! She did such a great job taking care of our 3 cats! We got updates with pictures everyday while we were gone. She took the time to learn each cats personalities and treated the with so much care! I would highly recommend her to anyone that needs someone to look after their pets.”
“Darcy took such great care of my cats. She sent pictures/videos every day and it was clear she spent a good amount of time with them. She even sent pictures of their feeding bowls to show how much they were eating. On her last day caring for them she vacuumed, took out the garbage and tidied up. I will definitely use her again!”
“Kristi took great care of my cat Lucy! She sent detailed updates and photos daily. She clearly gave Lucy lots of affection and played with her favorite toys. Kristi was also very flexible and accommodating with several schedule changes. Highly recommend working with Kristi!”
“Hallie was amazing! The peace of mind knowing the kitties were in such good hands helped me really enjoy our trip to our daughter’s wedding. She sent daily pictures of my cats and even got the shy one to come out.”
“Nadine was great! She was patient with my sassy cat and very communicative with me while I was on vacation. Would definitely use Nadine in the future.”
“Mariam did a fantastic job watching our cat! She was very communicative and professional; she updated us after every visit and sent lots of pictures. 10/10 would recommend and will be using her services again!!”
“Samantha is such a great sitter! She’s super communicative and sends great updates during her visits. It definitely makes traveling/having to leave my cat much easier knowing that she will be in Samantha’s care ☺️”
“Rachel was amazing and attentive checking in on my two cats! After having a previous sitter cancel on me last minute, Rachel saved the day being available at very short notice. She went above and beyond making sure that my boys had human company and were comfortable whilst I was out of town.”
“I boarded my cat with Ann and he had a wonderful time staying with her. I could immediately tell that she loves animals. Ann provided detailed daily updates and photos and was also very quick to respond to any messages. Overall I could tell my cat was very comfortable and enjoyed his stay with Ann. I will definitely use Ann again in the future for pet sitting!”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Near South Side
Prices are estimates per day. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Fantastic experience with Steven! Very prompt in communication and I could tell he genuinely loves dogs. Mochi was happy during his time with them. Highly recommend”
“Dayana is always so quick to respond to bookings, despite last minute requests. She is always keeping me updated throughout using video. Kitty loves going over because there is usually others dog she can play with. So happy we found Dayana!”
“Anna was an amazing dog sitter! She sent us great pictures and updates throughout the day, was very communicative, and Moose seemed to have an amazing time with her! 10/10 would use her again!”
“I have an unexpected conference to attend in Chicago. I needed someone to watch my baby for me. Pamela was quick in her response, flexible and very caring. She literally save me. Thanks again”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 12. I have had my sweet girl Luna for 6 years now. From medications to vet and groom visits to training to just zoomies and play. She’s my babe. I work a night schedule currently Sunday night to Thursday night , and I am available during the day to pick up or meet you to grab your pet or pet sit and return them to you or meet you or pet sit later in the day. I keep my home dog proof, we all know how they can be, as well as cats. I also know signs for when a dog isn’t feeling well and cats. I’m very observant. They truly are our children.
“Raquel was able to help us out on our trip to Chicago by watching our guy Monty on short notice. Monty had a great afternoon with her. Appreciate the doggy daycare and would definitely do it again !”
“Demetra was great! She took care of buzz so well that we’d like to book her again in the near future. She was super responsive, flexible and took our little furry boy for nice/long walks. I definitely recommend Demetra!!”
“When I first saw Jennifer I knew right away that I could safely leave my dog to her. Cola had a great time with Jen and her family while we had a whole day trip in Chicago city. It’s very convenient that her place is only 15 mins away from the downtown area. Thank you Jen and family -Ryan from Minnesota”
“Karlee is amazing! I don’t have enough good things to say. She made sure Winston was comfortable and was so patient with his shyness. She’s a great communicator and I love that she sends updates with pictures throughout the day. It was scary for us to leave Winston with someone he didn’t know but Karlee made it so easy for us and we’re so grateful <3”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs ever since I was a young kid. When I was in college, I cared and trained a puppy to its adult years all by myself! He is now 6. I am a professional in Tech that is fully WFH! I am looking to work around my flexible schedule to spend time with your pet. I will always treat your home with respect and leave it the way it was before I got there. I have walked many kinds of dogs as well.
“Jaclyn was super prompt in her responses, kind, and super sweet for my dog! Communication was excellent, and she made sure that Billie not only was taken care of but that she met her social and physical exercise for the day with enrichment time at the farmers market! I would definitely rebook her again and recommend Jaclyn to anyone!”
About: I’ve grown up with dogs in my home my entire life, so caring for dogs has always been a big part of who I am and I truly love spending time with them! I have experience walking, feeding, playing with, and caring for dogs of different ages, sizes, and personalities. I know how important it is to have someone you trust caring for your dog, so I treat every pup like they’re my own. Whether your dog is staying with me for the day or just needs a walk, I’ll make sure they get plenty of attention, exercise, playtime, and, of course, lots of love and cuddles! I’m dependable, patient, and attentive, and I’m always happy to follow your dog’s normal routine and any specific instructions you provide. My goal is for both you and your pup to feel comfortable, safe, and happy while they’re in my care! 🐾 I currently have a very flexible schedule and am available for pet care throughout the week! I’m happy to provide daytime care, walks, drop-ins, and plenty of attention throughout the day. As a teacher, my schedule may change once the school year begins, but I plan to continue offering pet care before and after school, in the evenings, and on weekends. I’m flexible and happy to work with you to find a routine that works best for your pet! Your pet’s safety and comfort are always my top priorities. I’ll follow your pet’s normal routine, feeding schedule, walking preferences, and any specific instructions you provide. When caring for dogs in my home, I’ll make sure they have a comfortable, safe environment with plenty of attention, playtime, walks, and opportunities to relax. I’m also happy to accommodate crates, special routines, or other needs to help your dog feel as comfortable and at home as possible.
“Nicholas and family are amazing! Our first connect with them was when Harry was a little pup during a family emergency. They helped him with separation anxiety and Harry is happy when he sees them. They continue to help support our family during an ongoing health journey - can’t thank them enough! Highly recommend this family for any services - great home away from home for your pups! 🐾”
“This was my first time using Dog Vacay and Robby and Nicole were amazing hosts - answering all my questions and welcoming my puppy Gipper into their home. I was so excited to see photos and get updates of Gipper in action all day. They were very accommodating and I felt very at ease leaving my little guy in their care. He had a ton of play time with their dogs as well and came home a happy, tired, cuddly pup. Gipper can't wait to go back and play some more!”
“We were in a pinch while visiting Chicago! Our dogs decided to howl while we were out the very first light and the condo sent two warnings….third time- we were out! I contacted Michael in desperation to see if he could help take care of the dogs while we explored the city. He was very quick to respond! And he said yes! Why did i chose him out of all the pet sitters in Chicago? He had a friendly face and i just felt that he would be a total buddy to the dogs. And he was great! He is located in a central location, communicated throughout the day (and sent pics of my dogs totally taking advantage of the opportunity to be comfortable) explored the city with them and seemed to enjoy having them for the two days! He even got a kiss on day two from Rooney! It is so hard to leave your dogs with someone you don’t know- but Michael did a phenomenal job with my pups. I highly recommend him to anyone visiting Chicago as a trustworthy person to care for your furry friends.”
“Isabelle was awesome with Coco! She was super communicative with sending updates and really paid attention to Coco's cues, which is really important to me. Coco warmed up to her immediately and I felt very comfortable leaving her in Isabella's hands!”
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Near South Side
Prices are estimates per walk. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Anthony was great walking my dog. He was on time every time, down to the very minute and let me know when he was on his way every time. He was very understanding if I wasn’t able to answer his messages or calls right away. My dog can sometimes be hesistant around strangers but he opened right up to Anthony. Would definitely hire him again.”
“I have a reactive dog and Angela was very understanding of the situation. I did my best to provide directions, so that and her experience with reactive dogs made it so taking out my dog was a breeze. Definitely will be booking Angela in the future!”
“Andres has been absolutely amazing! He has been amazing to work with. My pittie mix absolutely loves going for his walks with Andres. He is always on time and very professional. Would highly recommend.”
“Pablo has a lot of experience dealing with any kind of dog. Our dog is not an easy one with new people but he managed her amazingly. Thanks you Pablo for being careful and kind with Suki.”
“Ryann was great with our puppy who has tons of energy and can be a handful at times! She sent plenty of updates and was very respectful and responsive in communications. Definitely will book again!”
“Erin is just amazing with my senior dog. In such a short time, my dog has become friends with her. Erin is very professional, punctual and takes full care of my dog when walking him.”
“Mariam has been a great dog walker for our senior dog Hannah- she is attentive, observant, caring and a great communicator. She goes above and beyond by giving our cats some attention as well and picks up on small details with our dog who is on medication which brings us such peace of mind.”
“Kim did a fantastic job handling and walking my very active yellow Labrador. She was very friendly, communicative, prompt and she followed some of the direction we had left her. Really appreciated her last minute help in caring for our dog! Highly recommend”
“Teddy finished his first week with Sonya & Bobby. He let his hair down as usual and was his goofy, snotty self. Hats off to you guys for giving Teddy a chance. He needs the walks & attention. You are so professional & pleasant. You must love dogs because Teddy is hard to reach. But he's happy.”
“Nadine is absolutely wonderful! My dog Maverick tells me about all the fun adventures and colorful sniffs they unfold together. The pictures of Maverick are definitely ones I love to see while I'm off making movie magic to fill his dog bowl and repeat this wonderful cycle. Keep the good vibes going.”
“this is the first time using Sophia or a dog walker. So I was pleasantly surprised with all the updates and pictures. It’s 7 PM and I’m just now getting home. She saved me a whole lot of stress and intern I was able to close a deal and run a few errands before returning home. I will definitely be using her in the future.”
“Katie is amazing! I have used her both to board my dog, Leo, and to take him on walks! She’s so kind, flexible, and great at communicating. She sent lots of updates and cute pictures while I was away, which made me feel totally at ease. Leo came home super happy and clearly loves her! I’ll definitely keep booking with her in the future — can’t recommend her enough!”
“Victoria was able to be there for my puppy when I needed her in a pinch! I’m so grateful for her! She was great with him during a busy season of my life! Thank you Victoria!!”
“Eunice was so sweet with Willow. She took the time to get to know her and made her feel comfortable which I really appreciated. She also took the time to chat with me about the walk which made us both feel at ease. Will book again!”
“Mike was on time and very good about walking our two dogs for a week! When we were busy on the phone, he was very respectful and still able to walk them without interrupting our calls. Thank you Mike!”
About: I’ve taken care of cats and dogs for the past 7 years. I’m currently the go to cat and dog sitter in my apartment building! I am trusted to handle a pet’s feedings, walks, and playtime. I work full time, Monday through Friday, 9-5. After work and on the weekends I love to take a break to hang out with furry friends! It’s important to me that your pets are well loved and cared for! I follow pet owner’s care instructions carefully to ensure pets and their parents are happy!
“Pleasant. Professional. Proficient. Walks for the enjoyment of the animal. She gives her all to make sure your pet has a good walk and exercise. Highly recommend as a dog walker of your family pet”
“Leila is fabulous! We need a last second walk for our pups. She came to our house to get the pups. Our friend that was there earlier in the day left the leashes in the wrong place and Leila was patient enough to search for them. It delayed her walk quite a bit but she didn’t shorten their walk. She took great care of our pups and gave them treats. Her report was thorough and detailed, which helped alleviate any worry I had for our pups. Thanks Leila!”
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Large dog specialists near you - Near South Side
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Shelby was awesome with our dog Odi! She was really responsive and sent us a lot of pictures and updates the entire time we were gone. We will definitely be booking with Shelby again! I highly recommend her!”
“Chelsea is such a wonderful sitter !!! My dog absolutely loves her and her family. It’s great knowing that my dog is in great hands when I’m away and Chelsea always takes great care of her. Highly recommend Chelsea !!”
“Our Bernie loved staying with Joe. He understands dogs through and through, and maybe even more important, he understands and appreciates the quirks and idiosyncrasies of particular dogs. He kept us well informed and accommodated our schedule. Bernie would go back in a heartbeat, I’m sure, and we would be happy knowing she was in good hands.”
“Fred was amazing to work with! He kept me updated every day and made sure to keep me in the loop with how my dog was doing. My dog can be a bit stubborn, but Fred handled it like a pro and made sure everything went smoothly. I really appreciated his communication and care.”
“Katie was great! Chloe seemed like she had a fun time with her. Katie sent lots of pictures! We also were really grateful for how accommodating Katie was - our flight was delayed and she was so nice about us having to switch around pickup plans.”
“I had a great experience with Scott as always. He took wonderful care of Bambi and kept me updated throughout the stay. It was clear Bambi was comfortable, happy, and well cared for.”
“Iwona was absolutely wonderful! She sent us pictures and updates each night. We knew our pup was in good hands and played outside the whole week. We will absolutely be returning!”
“Stephanie was great was my dog Jackson - he stayed with her for two weeks and I received daily updates and tons of pictures. He loved her dog Baylen and came home exhausted- he clearly had a fun time. Stephanie was even flexible in taking him a night earlier than expected due to a snow storm. Overall very pleased and look forward to using her in the future. Thanks Steph and Baylen!”
“We could not be more grateful for Sam. We had never used him before and our dog got sick on the first night of our 7 day trip (Sam was not at all at fault for the sickness). The sickness ended with a trip to the emergency vet. Sam was so kind and helpful during this! He kept us up to date and never made us feel bad. I would recommend Sam 100/100 times!!!”
“Jenna was great with Bo! I also appreciated her flexibility in booking an overnight stay for Bo to accommodate a planned sleepover with my Grands. I am hoping to set up a return visit for Bo.”
“Bernie’s hosts were wonderful, especially in the unflustered and caring way they dealt with a transportation crisis my wife and I had. They made me feel like they would have happily made extra room in their family for another week as cooly as they did for an extra day. Bernie is an untroubled, self-confident old girl who enjoys human and canine company, and this was a great environment for her with very nice dog-loving people.”
“I came back to a happy pup. Steven sent pics and gave me assurance that kelce was happy and comfortable when I was away. I hope Steven has availability next time I go out of town.”
“Jennifer and her family have always been reliable sitters that we can count on for our pup Kona. Both with food, medications, socializing with other dogs, and even attending to more particular concerns about her care they’ve always been very kind and caring. The only sitters I use!”
“Jacob was a fantastic sitter for Shaq! He was always very responsive, provided regular updates, and even made sure Shaq got his playtime indoors when the wildfire smoke outside was hazardous. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a sitter that will provide your pup with peace of mind while you're away!”
“This is the second time I've worked with Tamara. Both times she provided daily pictures with information on how Frank was doing. He came home well rested and happy. Thanks again Tamara!!🐶”
“Ashley was great and took great care of our dog. She was communicative and sent a bunch of photos to make sure we were updated on how he was doing. Took him to the dog park, on walks, etc. Made us feel completely at ease while we were on a trip.”
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