Personalized care for your dog or cat - West Ridge

Highly-rated overnight sitters - West Ridge
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“Can't say enough thanks to Jorge and Lake. After my travel plans unexpectedly changed, they were able to keep my dog an extra night. I truly appreciate their flexibility and love that they embrace my high energy pup!”

“Karla did a great job taking care of our dog, Lucky. We’ve only had Lucky for a few months, and as a rescue from Texas, he has a lot of separation anxiety. Karla was very understanding and made him feel relaxed and at home, while also being patient with all of his little foibles. She sent us lots of pictures and videos, which we really appreciated. She also has a great setup for dogs, including a large long condo with plenty of space for running around. We would definitely recommend Karla to others!”

“Susan was delightful and such a caring friend to Galway. She communicated well and had a natural love for my pup. Her dog Isla is the cutest and makes a wonderful playmate. A great time was had by all!”

“My dog was well taken care of and had a great time with Rico! He was great about sending photos and updates. I was unsure of my exact timing for drop off and pick up and Rico was so kind and flexible with me. Excellent experience and I'd be happy to have Margo stay with him anytime!”

“We had such a wonderful experience, this was our second time leaving Korra with Kim, and once again she was amazing. She took excellent care of Korra, and her communication was great, which gave us complete peace of mind. Kim truly went above and beyond; she even got Korra a Christmas gift, which meant so much to us. We’re incredibly grateful and would absolutely book with her again. Highly recommend!”

“Frankie had an amazing stay with Julia. She was very attentive and took great care of him. Also, she was great at communicating with us and making us feel comfortable, knowing that he was doing great. Highly recommended!”

“Sophie was awesome! She took great care of Pippa and was really easy to work with. I trusted her 100% with my dog and knew she would take great care of her.”

“Ron and Jeff were very accommodating for our last minute booking. We really appreciate them giving our pup, Kona, extra attention and love while we welcomed a baby into our family. Our dog needed the getaway and he came home very happy. They are great about sending us updates and pictures! Kona loves seeing them.”

“Diane was amazing. I have two small Maltese dogs with separation anxiety, so I was very nervous about leaving them. From the moment we met, she made me feel at ease. She welcomed them into her home and went above and beyond to make sure they felt comfortable, safe, and confident. It was a wonderful experience, and I could tell my dogs were happy and well cared for. I’m already booking with her again for future stays. Highly recommend!”

“Very friendly atmosphere. Took great care of my dogs, followed care instructions and sent updates. My dogs were not happy we picked them up lol. They were having too much fun with Huactemo. I highly recommend Huactemo if you’re looking to book your fur pals!”

“Jacob was great. He is very accommodating, his communication is excellent and you can tell he truly loves dogs. Jacob sent us nice daily updates and photos and made sure our dogs felt at home. His dog is very friendly and made it fun for our dogs to stay with them. We will definitely use Jacob again!”

“Nic took such good care of Bailey! Nic was so responsive, sent so many pictures, and was so sweet! Bailey got so much love and went on so many walks! I would recommend Nic to anyone and everyone!”

“Outstanding host for our two fur babies! Anytime we find a sitter as caring and keen to detail as Mia was to our dogs, we cling on! She’s reliable and she goes the extra mile to make sure the dogs are comfortable and well taken care of. This was a last minute booking because their other sitter was unavailable, however, we feel so lucky to have found her, she adores our dogs and it shows in the interaction between them through the daily photos. We will definitely be booking her again!”

“Deb and Doug did a wonderful job taking care of our pup (and us)! We have never left her with a non-family member before, and they put everyone at ease with an initial meet and greet. During our trip, they were communicative and sent daily updates and photos letting us know how everything was going.”

“Wonderful experience boarding our pup for the weekend! Makda had great communication and was very flexible around flights. Max had a great time, lots of attention and care. A home away from home ❤️ Can’t thank them enough!”

“Adam is incredible! Fast and clear communication. Our puppy loved him instantly! He is near the lake to take dogs on long walks. Adam is an ideal dog sitter in just about every way! I will be asking him to watch my dog next time i'm out of town!”

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Cat caregivers near you - West Ridge
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“Megan is great! She does a wonderful job of caring for my two kitties, and I especially appreciate that she arranged her schedule to accommodate my super last-minute request. She sends terrific photos daily, even showing the cat who mostly stays in hiding. I highly recommend her!”

“Best pet sitter in the area! Aleena treats our cat Bumble with so much gentle affection, as if he is one of her own. We’re lucky to have her as a reoccurring sitter!”


“Ingrid was so great with our cat Binky, and having her coming to the house for drop-in visits while we were away gave us SO much calm and peace of mind! She knew how to interact with our cat and really got to know him on his own terms. She took care of everything while we were away and went above and beyond in ways both big and small. Ingrid was always on time and kept in touch with great updates and photos so we always knew Binky was well taken care of, happy, and content. Thanks so much for all of your help taking care of our precious kitty!!”

“Elias did a gear job taking care of our cat when we were out of town! He communicated well and sent great photos of our cat. I would recommend and use him for future pet sitting needs!”


“Lucy went above & beyond, per usual. So thankful to have found her to care for my cats while i’m out of town. She’s so good with them and takes the time to give them both adequate attention and play time. She always communicates and really puts my mind at ease while i’m away knowing my babies are in good hands.”

“Victoria was amazing! Kept great communication all through my vacation - I really appreciate all her hard work and how great she did with Natasha! I will definitely be inviting her back for future needs!”

“Ellie is the first pet sitter I’ve had for my cat and I couldn’t be happier with how it went. Loved seeing all of the pictures and updates that Ellie sent. I’ll definitely be a returning client! Thanks, Ellie ?”

“Shante was completely fantastic as a sitter for our two cats. She was responsive, flexible, professional, and communicative. I would recommend her in a heartbeat!”

“Liz did a great job looking after my 2 cats. She was very reliable and communicative during my week long departure from the city. I had great peace of mind while away knowing she would be there daily to check up on my cats. The daily photos she sent left me reassured that my fur babies were doing ok. She was also quick to respond to texts, which helped further ease my stress. I have 2 very shy cats and she managed to do well with them. I came back and they were both very happy to see me, no issues with either. I would definitely recommend her if you’re looking for a sitter, she’s a total life saver!”


“Kit was incredibly thoughtful and made sure to ask me questions about my pets’ needs that hadn’t even occurred to me to share. She sent lots of pictures and updates on my cats throughout my trip so I knew they were well taken care of. Could not recommend her more!!”

“This was our first time using Rover. We had a great experience. Our cat sitter, Lee, was exceptional. We chose Lee because she seemed focused more on cats rather than dogs. We set up an appointment to meet her. We liked her immediately, and it appeared that our two cats felt the same. We have one cat that is extremely timid, but Mollie actually came out from hiding, rubbed against her, and allowed Lee to pet her. Lee took excellent care of the kitties while we were away for ten days, and we appreciated the daily updates along with photos. When we got home everything was tidy and in order. We will definitely use Rover again and rebook with Lee. We highly recommend her and Rover.”


“Wow! Hayley blew us away with her detailed visits and tons of pictures. Every pet parent knows, it’s the small details that help you feel safe knowing they’re taken care of. My husband and I looked forward to Hayley’s visit summaries each morning, giddy to ooo and aaaw at all of the pictures she sent of our babies. I know they were well loved while we were away. 10/10 experience for our first time using Rover!!”


“Venera is amazing! This is our 3rd time booking with her. She’s so sweet and you can tell how much she cares by her communication but also by the photos she takes of our pets! Both of my cats LOVE when she stops by!”

“Brenda has been very kind and considerate to my cat and her needs! My cat is pretty shy but opens up to Brenda whenever she visits so easily! Very happy knowing my kitter is in good hands when I am out :)”


About: Working in animal medicine, I have met hundreds of cats and understand each one is unique and amazing. Cats are so full of personality, and that’s what makes them so great! I have experience in handling and caring for cats that are shy, grumpy and as cuddly as can be. I am skilled in administering medical care to cats including oral medication- pills and liquids, and injectable medications- IM and SQ. I have also administered subcutaneous fluids. I have had 100 foster animals, most of which being neonatal and orphaned kittens. I have experience taking care of large litters to single kittens. There is nothing like waking up every two hours in the night to bottle feed hungry babies!

“Thomas did an incredible job watching my mischievous kittens. He took their shenanigans in stride like a pro while I was out of town. I could rest assured that they were fed entertained and cared for. I would definitely consider Thomas in the future.”


“Adriana loves cats and it shows as she took great care of our 4 cats while away. She's responsible, sent us pictures of the cats each day, and communicated with us the whole time. She followed a specific feeding routine to a tee (we have 3 cats who all have to be fed separately) and kept them with full water bowls.”



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Perfect for high energy dogs - West Ridge
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“Athena took wonderful care of our 9-year old yellow lab. She was available less than 24 hours for 1 day of dog sitting. Our dog was happy and relaxed when we picked her up. I highly recommend Athena to watch your pet!”

“Susan was wonderful! She was very caring with our little elder dog. Communication was great and we were happy to receive a photo of our dog having a comfortable stay with Susan. We appreciate you, Susan!”

“For his first stay My pup Jax was a little shy going inside, his second stay he walked right in tail wagging. Laura and Charles are great, they have the perfect home and setup for your pup to feel comfortable We will continue to book with them. They are truly dog lovers”

“Myriam was very communicative, sending video and photos of Evie at her home and asking questions about Evie as things came up. She was very understanding about Evie being a bit nervous being in a new environment. Evie had a great time playing with Myriam's dog and came home tired!”

About: I am home full-time, live in an apartment with 1 adorable dog. Dogs have been a part of my family since I was a little girl. I think they are the most adorable creatures and I love their personalities. I like playing with them, teaching them tricks and just hugging them all the time. Your dog will feel like it's their home when they are with me. Hope to see your dog soon. Have a great day! About this sitter: Love Animals! Why I love dog sitting Dogs have been in our home and a part of my life since I was a child. About my yard Yes, it is a small backyard. Several parks in the area for long walks. I work at home full time, so I have plenty of time to care and play with your pets. They will be comfortable and happy. I have a fenced yard and 1 dog. Your dog(s) will have play time and get plenty of exercise running around playing games, etc.,
About: We're Abby and Robbie! Thanks for viewing our profile. Robbie works from home 100% of the time. I am a teacher so I'll be ready to assist on weekends, in evenings and federal holidays or school breaks whe. You just want to get away! We adopted our sweet pitbulL, Goose in 2025. I've raised two dogs since puppyhood growing up and robbie has raised dogs of all types of breeds and sizes. He used to work in a kennel and hopes to work with animals in some capacity upon completion of school! Goose is about 2 and LOVES dogs. He really is the sweetest guy and we're willing to work out a meet and greet for you and the dogs! Your and your dogs' comfort level is our top priority! Get ready for plenty of "pupdate" texts with photos and videos! Your dog(s) will have a great time and gain 3 new friends! We usually wake up and take out Goose around 6am. We play and feed with him. Abby heads out for work at 7:15am and Robbie works from home and starts work at 9am.Robbie walks goose frequently during the day, since he has a bladder condition and needs slightly more frequent bathroom breaks. Robbie walks Goose at 6, 10:30, and 2:30 during his day. Abby gets home around 4 to help assist with dogs! We have safe doors with smartlocks, a baby gate to keep your pet away from where we love to cook so that they won't ingest anything they shouldn't, and a sweet dog, Goose, who loves to make friends on his One Pittie Welcome Committee!
“They took an amazing care of my lovely London on a last minute, they were always responsive and gently, also sent pictures because I was missing my dog so much 1000 stars for them! Will have in mind for a next service for sure!! And recommend 100%”

“Tina is one of the most thorough, caring and experienced sitters I’ve had. She made sure to ask all the questions and details about my problematic senior dog to give him the most comfortable stay. He’s not exactly easy but she and her partner were incredibly understanding and accommodating. I feel like they are very trustworthy sitters and would 100% recommend.”
“Cynthia did a great job caring for our dog. She was flexible and accommodating and went above and beyond. We were traveling thru town for 3 days and needed a dog sitter. We highly recommend her.”

“Sarah and Walter took great care of my little guy. He felt really comfortable there and made himself at home. He had a good time and became Walter's shadow and his new BFF. Thanks so much guys!”

“Makda was great! Very communicative and flexible. Dory, our 11-month old Goldendoodle, had a great time and came back healthy and happy. Thank you so much!”

“I almost wanted to gatekeep Nicky because he’s that good! He takes amazing care of my dog, Juno, and I never have to worry when he's with him. He’s reliable, caring, communicative, and it’s obvious he genuinely loves animals. Juno is always happy, relaxed, and excited to see him, which says everything. If you’re looking for someone you can completely trust with your pet, I can’t recommend Nicky enough”

“Sophie was great. She sent photos throughout the evening and Kevin seemed to be having a great time. I would definitely feel comfortable leaving Kevin with her again.”


“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!”


About: Welcome! My name is Darien. I have dog walking experience since 2015. I have a doggie of my own, Dobie which is poodle mixed. I will be home when you need me to check up, visit, or walk your dog. I will treat your dog like if it’s my own. I will listen to all the rules and regulations that you give me when it comes to your dog visit, walks, runs or play time. As any dog owner knows, there are few activities that excite a dog more than the chance to go on a nice, long stroll. I enjoy playing fetch, tug of war, sunbathing with the dogs or just hanging going for a run. I also love taking long walks exploring the neighborhoods. I hope your dog enjoys their time with me! My evening and weekend openings could be perfect for clients who need help after work or while they’re away or if you just need to study for school or work In Clients’ Homes: • Basic Care: Feeding, refilling water bowls, and cleaning pet areas. • Dog Walking: Taking dogs out for walks during or after cleaning sessions. • Litter Box & Cage Cleaning: Regular maintenance to keep pet areas fresh. • Companionship Visits: Spending time with pets if owners are away. • Pet-Safe Cleaning: Using non-toxic products to keep homes safe for animals. In Your Home (if you decide to offer boarding/sitting): • Overnight Stays: Hosting pets while clients travel. • Daycare Services: Keeping pets entertained while owners work. • Grooming Assistance: Brushing, light bathing, or nail trimming if comfortable.

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Adventure-ready dog walkers - West Ridge
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“Adriana is amazing and I’m very thankful she was able to accept my walk request on such short notice. My puppy was a little nervous but warmed up quickly to her.”


“Jason did an excellent job with my dog, Andy. He checked in regularly, was flexible, and made sure Andy got a great walk and some play time. I'm so relieved I found a walker so close to home who is great with animals and people, too.”

“Josephine is the sweetest, this is my first time using the service and she helped me to make sure I was doing everything on my end correctly and Niko immediately took a liking to her as soon as them met. I would definitely rebook with her again! It was such a last minute request and I’m so thankful she was able to assis!”

“Athena was great with our furbaby!! Very responsive from the start and had really good communication with us. Our little guy loved her and she was very sweet with him! it really helped with our schedule to have this service”

“Michelle was the absolute best with my girl Lou. She was communicative, timely, and sent lots of photos. She also was accompanying if I had sudden schedule changes. I could tell she took the time to earn my dog’s trust, and she was so excited to see Michelle each time. Would highly recommendb”


“Maya was delightful from start to finish. We had a last minute booking which she accommodated with no stress. I’m recovering from a surgery so I needed her for 4 walks a day for 3 days. She showed up on time every time and was so positive and full of good energy every time. She was also very amenable to a few time changes I needed to make. She’s very sweet with my pups and I will most definitely work with her again.”

“Shante helped me out when I was in a pinch and realized with short notice that I needed a dog walker. She was very responsive and from the pictures looked like my pup loved his time with her! I will definitely use Shante for future walks.”


About: I’ve loved animals for as long as I can remember! I have worked in an animal shelter and vet clinic as a veterinary assistant caring for a variety of animals. I have had the privilege of fostering 100 animals (mostly neonatal and orphaned kittens!). I currently have three cats and an 18 year old Crested Gecko. Two of my cats are fosters that never left- both have cererbellar hypoplasia, or better known as wobbly cat syndrome! I have pet sat for many kinds of animals including cats, dogs, guinea pigs and reptiles. I can’t wait to meet your furry friend! Please note: I do not use flexi/retractible leashes to ensure safety. I am happy to bring my own slip lead or standard leash. Please, let me know if you have questions! I work from home and have a flexible schedule! I typically have afternoons and weekends free. I would love to learn more about what your pet’s specific care needs are! I want to hear all about your pet! What do they like, what don’t they like? What are their quirks and preferences? I want to learn about them because I want to make sure I am caring for them the way you would.
“Cheryl is one in a million. I am so thankful that she came into my pups lives. My dogs are not easy to handle, but she was understanding, compassionate, and loving to them since the first day she met them. She is knowledgeable, skilled, extremely reliable and has helped me out more than once in a last minute situation. I cannot recommend her highly enough for any pet that you may have that is special needs or needs attention beyond your average care. She’s an absolute pro.”

“Elias was very accommodating. I had a last-minute cancellation, and he quickly arranged a meet-and-greet followed by a dog walk the next day. He was very sweet with my dogs, who warmed up to him right away. The walk went great, and communication with Elias was easy and smooth!”

“I really enjoyed Georgette as a walker for my dogs. She took the time to meet with me and the dogs for about an hour meet and greet. That was great to get all of the information needed for their care, and the time to discuss any preference we had.”

“I was just saying the same thing over and over again, but if you want trustworthy Dog Walker, who has exceptional communication skills that to mention my dog is madly in love with him and cries when he leaves. This is the person to hire.”


About: Hello! I've enjoyed working with animals for all of my life. I lived in Chicago for 12 years before moving to Japan for the last 5 years. I recently moved back to the Chicago area and am looking forward to helping local pet owners! I recently moved back from Japan. I have time available during the day, evenings and on weekends to provide care for pets. I'm flexible and happy to work around your schedule. I can follow instructions on what care you need for your pet! I am not able to offer care in my own home, but I'm happy to do what it takes to meet your needs.
About: Hi! I’m Sophie, a professional zookeeper with a lifelong passion for animals. 🐾 I currently work as a zookeeper and previously worked in animal rescue, giving me experience caring for a wide variety of species with different needs, personalities, and temperaments. My professional animal-care experience includes medication administration, behavior management, training, enrichment, feeding, and recognizing changes in an animal’s health or behavior. I’m comfortable working with animals who need a little extra patience, structure, or specialized care. Whether your pet is energetic, shy, quirky, or needs a little extra attention, I’ll treat them like one of my own. My goal is to make sure your pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while you’re away. ❤️ I’d love the opportunity to meet your furry (or not-so-furry!) family members! I am available Sundays and Mondays all day for pet care. On Tuesdays through Saturdays, I work full time to I am open to evening availability. I live in an apartment complex with my own dogs and cats. I can let them out frequently and have a dog park in the complex. I also have experience walking a variety of dogs with complex needs (10 lbs - 110lbs, gentle leads/ muzzles/ harnesses, varying degrees of pulling). I have experience making sure the home is secure when I leave.
About: I believe that animals aren't just something meant to make our lives better, but that we're meant to do the same for them. These little homies deserve the best we can provide so the love and affection can be mutually beneficial I'm a person with a love of routine, so many things about pet care come easily to me (feeding, walking, cleaning up) but can roll with the punches if things come as a surprise or go awry In either location I'll be attentive and loving. I believe that whatever systems are in place with the owner should stay in place with my like routines and how certain behaviors are addressed
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Large dog specialists near you - West Ridge
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Can't say enough thanks to Jorge and Lake. After my travel plans unexpectedly changed, they were able to keep my dog an extra night. I truly appreciate their flexibility and love that they embrace my high energy pup!”

“My dog was well taken care of and had a great time with Rico! He was great about sending photos and updates. I was unsure of my exact timing for drop off and pick up and Rico was so kind and flexible with me. Excellent experience and I'd be happy to have Margo stay with him anytime!”

“Sophie was awesome! She took great care of Pippa and was really easy to work with. I trusted her 100% with my dog and knew she would take great care of her.”

“Ron and Jeff were very accommodating for our last minute booking. We really appreciate them giving our pup, Kona, extra attention and love while we welcomed a baby into our family. Our dog needed the getaway and he came home very happy. They are great about sending us updates and pictures! Kona loves seeing them.”

“Very friendly atmosphere. Took great care of my dogs, followed care instructions and sent updates. My dogs were not happy we picked them up lol. They were having too much fun with Huactemo. I highly recommend Huactemo if you’re looking to book your fur pals!”

“Nic took such good care of Bailey! Nic was so responsive, sent so many pictures, and was so sweet! Bailey got so much love and went on so many walks! I would recommend Nic to anyone and everyone!”

“Wonderful experience boarding our pup for the weekend! Makda had great communication and was very flexible around flights. Max had a great time, lots of attention and care. A home away from home ❤️ Can’t thank them enough!”

“Adam is incredible! Fast and clear communication. Our puppy loved him instantly! He is near the lake to take dogs on long walks. Adam is an ideal dog sitter in just about every way! I will be asking him to watch my dog next time i'm out of town!”


“I'm always nervous going out of town because our pup has some quirks. Maria was warm and welcoming and our dogs immediately hit it off. I felt relaxed the whole trip because I could see how much she loved dogs, and knew so much about their behaviors and interactions. We will definitely be booking her again!”

“Another great stay with John, Ryan and Bruno! This was Bambi’s first extended stay (two weeks) and I’m so happy we found John and Ryan to be her sitters. She loves it there and Bruno is the perfect host and playmate. Communication was great and we received plenty of photo updates. Highly highly recommend- they will treat your dog as if they were their own and you will have peace of mind knowing they’re in good hands.”

“Bridget was amazing with our dog Lani! We felt very comfortable from the time we dropped her off to when we picked her up. Bridget sent lots of amazing pictures throughout the stay and kept us well informed. We will definitely leave Lani with her again in the future!”


“Jennifer was great!!! Very sweet. My little guy had a great time in her home and playing with her pup. She sent daily updates and photos. I will definitely be asking her to dog sit again!! Thank you, Jennifer!!”
“Highly recommend Darla & Greg. This was our first time using Rover and we were extremely pleased with Darla & Greg. They sent lots of photos and our dog, Charlie, enjoyed their backyard and other dogs at the house so much!”


“Cagatay & Busra took good care of Masi and great communication along the way. Would definitely recommend anyone and Masi will definitely see them in the future.”

“Christian was very professional. He was responsive and inn time when he picked up Bonnie. He sent pictures of her while she was in his cage and she genuinely seemed comfortable and content. He followed instructions for her feeding. And he brought her back on time, safe and happy. Would his him again and recommend him.”

About: Taking care of pets is second hand nature for me! I was raised with a cat and a dog. Currently, I also babysit a 10 month year-old baby boy and a golden retriever so I’m very accustomed to taking care of animals in all aspects. I currently have a part-time job and am a part time student but for the most part, I’m free and great at scheduling. Always feel free to reach out. High-quality pet care requires a reliable environment where safety, routine, and engagement remain top priorities. Experience with animal care ensures that guest pets receive attentive supervision while owners are away. Whether hosting boarding clients or visiting a home for drop, in services, maintaining a secure and familiar schedule is the baseline for every booking.
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