Personalized care for your dog or cat - Northbrook
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Northbrook
“Hannah is probably one of the best dog sitters I’ve met. Piper would rather stay with her than come home! Without a doubt will be using Hannah as much as possible. She sends daily updates and her timely replies and flexibility is unmatched.”
“We had a great experience with Meghan! Freddy was happy, well cared for, and clearly received lots of attention while we were away. Communication was excellent throughout the stay, and we really appreciated the updates and photos. We felt completely at ease knowing he was in such good hands and would happily book again.”
“1st time leaving my dog with complete strangers but when I tell you, it was the best decision we made. When I walked into their home to dropped my dog off, there was such a calmness I felt, all nervousness disappeared immediately. My dog was loved and well taken care of, we got daily updates and pictures from the family. I will 100% have them sit my dog again.”
“Luciana took care of our 11 year old Beagle overnight and took extra special care of him. He enjoyed some yummy treats and a morning walk and plenty of yard time. We will definitely rebook again! Thank you!”
“Norman’s stay with Naomi and Johann went off without a hitch. He felt at home with them and got along well with Milo. We enjoyed receiving the regular updates and pictures they sent as well!”
“I’d like to share my experience with Christina, who recently cared for my dog, Moxy. Right before the boarding, Moxy had an injury, and I was a bit nervous about leaving her. But Christina was incredibly understanding and attentive from the start. She went above and beyond to make sure Moxy was comfortable and well taken care of. Christina kept me updated throughout the stay with messages and photos, which really helped ease my mind. She made sure Moxy was fed properly and gave her the extra attention she needed during recovery. Despite the circumstances, Moxy was happy and relaxed with Christina — I could tell she felt safe and cared for. I’m truly grateful for the compassionate and professional service Christina provided and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and loving dog sitter.”
“Janette and Charles are wonderful dog hosts. Our dog stayed with them for over a week and we knew she was in good hands. We got so many photo and video updates of all the fun she was having. And when we returned she was soooo tired, which I take as a sign of a super fun week away! We will definitely use them again in the future.”
“Walter just had his first experience with Nicole and it was wonderful. Nicole is present, kind and a fantastic dog sitter. I highly recommend her and will be using her again.”
“Denis and Nikki took wonderful care of Maggie! they adopted her as if she was part of their family. the daily updates and pictures were a nice touch to know things were going well. if you are looking to leave your pup with a family that knows and truly cares about dogs, then i would highly recommend Denis and Nikki!”
“Marija was amazing! She sent a lot of pictures and updates during Rookie’s entire stay. It was so nice knowing she was safe and getting a lot of love while we were gone!”
“Yamile and her family and her pets have just been amazing. Yamile is Extremely responsive, followed a special diet, took her for walks , gave me frequent updates and generally took great care of my little girl while we were away!!! In fact she seemed sad to leave when it was time for her to come home. We have already booked a follow up stay!! Thanks yamile - you have been a life saver:)”
“Mark and Lori took great care of Reggie, our 10 year old lab. He required a little extra attention with meds etc, and they weren’t phased…sent pics and updates regularly.”
“Bear had a wonderful time with Diane he played with all her stuffed animals he had other for babies to play with she sent me videos of him playing she is absolutely amazing we will definitely use her again I felt very comfortable leaving him with her! I highly recommend Diane I am very particular about who watches my lil Bear”
“I have left my dog with Tatiana for a week, two times so far, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! she took such great care of my dog, sending regular updates, photos, and also some videos that really put my mind at ease. It was clear that my dog felt comfortable and happy the whole time. I’m so grateful for the love and attention she provided. I would absolutely book again. Highly recommend!”
“Took great care of my little kitty and let her be part of her lovely family. Very communicative & helpful as a first time rover user! She was also super flexible in terms of last minute booking, pickup times, etc.”
“I highly recommend Olga for her pet sitting services. She took amazing care of our dog, Zoey. She played with her and took Zoey on a lot of walks (which she loves). Her communication was great- she sent daily video and photo updates which gave us peace of mind… Zoey looked like she was having the best time. We can’t wait to have Olga watch Zoey again!”
“My dog felt like he was at home with Lauren! Awesome experience throughout. I was given updates and pictures. Felt at ease during my vacation knowing my dog was well taken care of. Would definitely book again with Lauren!”
“We really appreciated Christina's professional and accommodating nature. Also I am no expert eventhough we have a dog. Christina seemed to be very in control and much needed with our little spoiled baby. Our diya's pictures looked as if she was quite happy and adjusted in Christina's home and I would strongly recommend Christina as well as would be happy to utilize her if we are traveling next time around. Thank you Christina for being really good with our Diya.”
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Cat caregivers near you - Northbrook
“Karina was incredible and great to work with! She was very communicative and took the time to play with the cats after feeding/cleaning the litter box. She took many wonderful pictures and made sure they were comfortable and happy whenever she stopped by. Provided great updates after each visit as well. Fantastic sitter, would definitely book again!”
“Zoey went above and beyond to take care of my elderly cat! I had recently moved, so my cat was already a bit out of sorts before I went away on vacation. Zoey did a great job meeting the needs of my senior companion, and she also watered my plants! I will definitely have Zoey come back the next time I go on vacation.”
“Jiyai is amazing !! So thoughtful and lovely with my cats. I have always been hesitant to leave my furbabies with anyone but Jiyai is so kind and warm. My cats loved spending time with her and I would highly suggest utilizing Jiyai’s care for your furbabies. Jiyai was always on time, sent me pictures, and updated me twice a day while I was on my trip. Thank you Jiyai for the love and support you extended.”
“Abby did a fantastic job caring for my two kitties, one of whom requires daily pills. She sent me adorable pics and kept them fed and happy for the two days that I was out of town. Will absolutely book her again. Thanks, Abby!”
“Amy is wonderful, I felt completely comfortable having her check in on my pets…cats, rabbits and fish! She is so reliable, and confidently gave my clever kitty her meds with no problems everyday. I cannot recommend Amy enough!”
“Arianna did great with Porkchop! She was punctual to his feeding times and he looked happy and healthy when we returned. We will keep her in mind for future bookings!”
“Nikki went above and beyond to care for our 18 year old cat. She followed Jasmine’s very specific eating routine, which involves giving Jasmine medicine. She also spent extra time giving Jasmine lots of pets and cuddles, and communicated quickly and clearly. I will definitely be using their services again! 10/10”
“Scott took amazing care of our senior cat, Quinn, for a week. Quinn is diabetic, so Scott administered insulin twice a day. Scott fed Quinn twice a day and emptied the litter box. He even was very kind to bring in our mail each day. He stayed to keep Quinn company each time he visited and sent us a picture each time so we could see our fur baby. He was so good about keeping everything clean and in good shape. We will definitely re-book with Scott when we travel in the future! Thank you Scott!”
“Beyond grateful that I connected with Lauren and Lauren, and they could help with our cat while our entire family traveled together. Communication is always quick, clear, and helpful. They flagged every visit, and kept me updated with all the details from each house visit for our cat. Will absolutely keep them at the top of the list for any future needs!”
“Paige was wonderful! She kept me regularly updated on how my cats were doing and truly cared for their well-being. She was attentive and proactive! She messaged me about closing a window before a hot day, which I really appreciated. She even took the time to clean the dust bin of my vacuum robot! My cats are usually very shy, but Paige was so gentle and patient that she managed to earn their trust.”
“Jenny is the best. She sends adorable photos and tells me everything (good and bad) I need to know about my cat. She really takes a lot of the pressure of leaving off my shoulders and I cannot thank her enough!”
“Sydney took the best care of our cat Cooper and I could tell when we got home that he was given lots of attention! She was super thorough with all of her notes about her visits and took lots of great pictures for us to see our little guy while we were gone. Thanks for taking such good care of him!”
“Brinda was a fantastic cat sitter for our Siberian cat, Edward! I felt comfortable right away when she stopped by for our Meet and Greet (Edward even followed her to the door)! She was very communicative and responsive on text and we came home to a happy kitty and clean/attentive cat area! We will not hesitate to use Brinda in the future!! Thank you!”
“Liz has been caring for our elderly dog for the past 21 months . She is 100% reliable and trustworthy. She has become our dog's best friend. He originally was my parents dog and they both had passed away. We had decided to get involved with Rover to provide a visit to shorten his time alone while we were at work. Our dog was still grieving the loss of our parents when Liz became in involved. Within just a couple of visits we all noticed that his happy and spunky personality had returned. And that relationship has maintained throughout. He became more playful with his family and his outside high activity level returned. And I know he looks forward to her visits.Over the past few months he has developed an illness and Liz has been so nurturing , attentive and comforting to our dog . I could not go to work if Liz were not coming to see him. He looks so forward to Liz being with him for companionship and comfort from a caring friend. Her empathy is enormous for our dog and us. Liz has become a part of our family and we all feel we found a true rare gem.We are so very thankful to have found Liz.”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Northbrook
“Lauren and Lauren are awesome! They care so much about dogs and want to make sure they’re comfortable and having fun. They were very accepting of Zoey’s high energy and the fact that she’s a puppy. I always feel good dropping Zoey off for daycare here.”
“A last minute booking on my end and Nicole was a lifesaver! Swooping in to watch my fur baby and deliver such care, attention, love and adventure. I’m very lucky to have stumbled across such a good caretaker.”
“Mark and his wife took EXCELLENT care of Midge. We are so grateful to have them nearby for future care! They sent pics and complimented Midge’s demeanor and really seemed to enjoy having her around.”
“Julie has been an accommodating and loving caregiver to our Bella. Bella really seems to enjoy her time at Julie's place. She will be our first-choice sitter whenever we need a caregiver for Bella. Thank you Julie!”
“Amy and Lamar were awesome taking great care of my energetic GSP. Lots of photos and communication kept me in the loop all day. I came home with a tired pup which is the best indicator of a fun day!!!”
“As a first-time dog daycare user, I was filled with worry, but Thea went above and beyond anything I could have imagined. I'm confident that it was a wonderful experience for my dog, Chester, as well. It's hard to put into words how touching the experience was. I am so grateful to Thea, and I have no doubt about her love for dogs. As long as she's available, I will continue to entrust her with Chester.”
“Naomi & Johann J. will always be our 1st choice to watch Javy whenever we need to leave him with anyone. They sent many photos and reassuring messages about Javy’s eating all of his food…he wouldn’t have eaten anything, had he been stressed about being there. Wonderful pup watchers!”
“We had a great experience with Lee and Niv. We started looking for a sitter only a day in advance and they were so quick to respond and welcome us. We would definitely use them again, next time we are visiting Chicagoland.”
About: I have had cats, dogs, and fish for the past 15 years. I have boarded, walked, and sat many animals including the ones listed above. I have also done feedings and administering medications. I always like to get detailed notes and a walk through of the care you need so the pets are well taken care of throughout my time with them. **Drop offs after 8am and Pick ups before 8pm. Extra fees may apply if this time does not work for you** I am currently open to any times and days. I am in school and am doing it completely online and asynchronous. I can work with you separately to figure out the best schedule. I am always wanting a walk through and detailed sheet of paper describing schedules and everything I need to know. I will also send frequent updates including pictures. I have administered medications before and ask to be shown how to administer so they don’t miss a day.
About: I grew up with dogs my whole life. I have a 5 year old lab mix that is my obsession. My close friends rely on my to watch their dogs when they go out of town. I work fully remote from my home where I have plenty of time to give love and attention to dogs. I take my pup out a few times through the day. I live in a townhome with plenty of space for your dog to feel comfortable. I have plenty of toys to play with. There is a dog park in my complex and there is a walking trail right near my place if your dog prefers a longer walk.
“This is the first time we’ve had someone (who is not our family) watch our dog. I was very nervous especially be in Poppy is young - she’s just a year old. Noor watched Poppy for a day. Noor was so patient with her - poppy was initially apprehensive to go in their house, but Noor took her time to ensure Poppy was comfortable. Noor asked questions about feeding, walks, general behavior & preferences. this put me at ease knowing she was thinking these. We did this trial daycare in preparation for a longer stay for Poppy later this year. Noor was also very communicative with texts and also a video! We were happy with the care poppy received and plan to book with Noor again!”
“Suzy was so great! Ginger will be excited to see her again! She and her dog, Zoe, were super sweet. What a treat. Zoe is was so mild mannered even in the midst of my excited, sometimes high strung, doggy. Suzy took time to meet and talk with me before Ginger began her stay, which was great. I can tell she's not only responsible, but loves dogs as well. I'm so glad to have another dog sitter I can rely on when I need someone for a vacation or long outing.”
“Archie absolutely had the best time with Kazu and Akemi. Walks, backyard horseplay, playtime with another dog, a nap, so much attention. Makes my heart full knowing he was loved and taken care of for the day.”
“She is an incredible professional. Her energy, knowledge, and passion for training dogs really stand out. She doesn't just work with the dogs—she also teaches owners how to better understand and train them. Scöll always comes home happy, relaxed, and excited after spending time with her, which says a lot about the care and dedication she puts into her work. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for an outstanding dog trainer.”
About: I am detailed oriented and conscientious and will make sure your dog receives special care under a watchful eye. I have spent most of my life caring first for my two children, and more recently my 6 year old wheaten terrier, Teddy. My dog Teddy loves having company and would like to meet your dog. I have a large in fenced backyard where furry friends and run and play and get daily exercise. I will make sure your dog is appropriaty fed, walked, cleaned, taken potty and loved. I also like to provide message and picture updates via texts to give owners a piece of mind. Please let me know if you have any questions or special requests that I might be able to accommodate.
About: We work primarily from home and are available for your pet around the clock. We are affectionate and have experience training our own dogs successfully. Currently we have no pets and miss having their energy around. We are both active and healthy and have a Half-acre yard for the dogs to use under our close supervision. Huge neighborhood for great walks ! We are patient and able to meet the individual needs of your pet. There are no grandchildren in our lives, so no need to worry about toddlers poking at your dog. We look forward to meeting and caring for and playing with your dog when you are unable to. We have hard-wood floors so no need to worry about “accidents “. Can’t wait to meet you and your furry friend!!
About: With a lifetime of caring for pets, I bring a strong understanding of animal behavior, routine management, and hands-on care. My experience includes administering basic medications, supporting senior pets, maintaining consistent feeding and exercise schedules, and creating a safe, comfortable environment for animals of all personalities. I’m confident, calm, and attentive—skills shaped by years of living with and caring for pets every day. We have a large, pet-friendly yard and home where there is always someone home to provide love, care for, play with, and entertain your pets. I have a large pet friendly fenced in yard for dogs to run and play supervised along our two friendly dogs. I also offer a comfortable environment for your pet to rest as needed.
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Northbrook
“Ariana was great taking care of my dog. She took him for a solid walk, refilled his water, and he was super happy to have company when I was at work. She was also really communicative and was helpful in fitting him into her schedule.”
“We recently had the pleasure of working with Amy and Lamar to care for our dog, Ralph, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. They consistently went above and beyond—giving him extra-long walks and even taking care of his feeding schedule twice a day, which gave us so much peace of mind. What truly stood out was Lamar’s work on training during his time with Ralph. His calm, confident approach made an immediate impact, and we are amazed at how responsive Ralph is to his guidance. It’s clear that both Amy and Lamar have a genuine love for animals and a deep understanding of how to connect with them. We are incredibly grateful for their reliability, professionalism, and the affection they showed Ralph. We highly recommend Amy and Lamar to anyone looking for dedicated and trustworthy dog walkers, and we absolutely plan to use their services again in the future!”
About: I’ve fostered over 50 animals and just enjoy being with animals and want to show them the world. I’ve worked with dogs from 1 month to 9 years. I will be attending the university of Tennessee this fall and I’d love either morning to afternoon work. I always communicate before bookings and will try to be as flexible as possible! I’m very patient and I’ve fostered over 50 animals so I’ve worked with all personalities and ages. I try to care for dogs like they are my own. I have a rescue who is an anxious dog so I have experience in that as well.
“Katrina is a great and reliable person to check in on your fur-babies! She is so great with animals and my dog truly loved seeing her. She always gave great updates. I appreciated Katrina’s time and am very thankful for her!”
“Stephen is an incredible dog sitter and walker! He is incredibly professional, caring and attentive. We loved getting photos of our dog after each visit - both action shots and close ups. We are grateful for Stephen's attention to detail, professionalism and care.”
“Karen was great. She took the time to meet Sadie and understand her needs. The two walks were just enough to satisfy Sadie and give me peace of mind that she was being well cared for. Thank you Karen!”
“Diana was prompt, responsive and reliable! She was great to work with and I felt so much relief leaving my pets in good hands while I was away. Thank you Diana! Will absolutely rebook soon”
“I chose Amy as my walker the fist time I used Rover and will always choose her. She is fantastic. I love the peace of mind the company policies provide me. The check in cards are a great feature and the fact that I can select to receive Rover messages as texts is also a great option. The app is user-friendly and works smoothly.”
“Klara has been amazing to work with and we look forward to continue working with her. She visits regularly to give our dog a bathroom break. She is very patient and was willing to go through several meet and greets so our pup could get used to her. Great communication. Highly recommend!!”
About: Ever since I was little, I knew I wanted dogs to be a big part of my life. I begged my parents for one, but instead they had me start dog sitting to prove I was responsible enough. After many dog sleepovers, we finally welcomed Kirby into our family for my 12th birthday! Caring for Kirby taught me that every dog has their own personality and routine, and I enjoy getting to know what makes each one feel comfortable and loved. When I'm caring for your pet, I'll treat them like they're my own. I'll make sure they get the exercise, attention, and care they need, and I'll keep you updated so you can have peace of mind while you're away. I'm working part time 2-3 nights per week, and have some weekend obligations. Other than that, pet care fits naturally into my weekly routine, and I am committed to provide reliable care! I'll be paying close attention of surroundings to keep your dog safe! To assure peace of mind, I'll make it an intention to send updates after each adventure! And of course I will respect any route preferences :) When caring for pets in your home, I always follow your pet's normal routine as closely as possible to help them feel comfortable and secure. I'll make sure they always have fresh water, exercise, and plenty of attention--my goal is to follow all care instructions as closely as possible. I also treat every client's home with the same respect I would my own. My goal is to provide a safe, stress-free experience for both you and your pet.
“Five stars and two paws up! Isa has an eye for detail, professional demeanor, and is easy to communicate with. She’s super responsible with my pup and I highly recommend her :-)”
About: I’m a pre veterinary student, and I intern at an urgent care vet clinic, which gave me a lot of experience understanding important health signs, but also has taught me to be comfortable with dogs of all energy levels, personality, etc. Additionally, I am a dog walker at a local shelter. I’m comfortable giving meds, helping with senior pets, and making sure every pet feels safe and loved. Whether your pup needs playtime, slow walks, or just some good snuggles, I’ve got it covered! I am currently interning part time and well as volunteering at a local shelter, but I have lots of free time this summer!. I have time during the days for walks and check ins and am so eager to spend the time I have in the area helping where I can! I have a dog that absolutely loves playing! He is very small, but he gets along with dogs of all sizes and can play in my fenced in yard! Also very comfortable hanging with your pets in whatever home situation you have!
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Large dog specialists near you - Northbrook
“Hannah is probably one of the best dog sitters I’ve met. Piper would rather stay with her than come home! Without a doubt will be using Hannah as much as possible. She sends daily updates and her timely replies and flexibility is unmatched.”
“We had a great experience with Meghan! Freddy was happy, well cared for, and clearly received lots of attention while we were away. Communication was excellent throughout the stay, and we really appreciated the updates and photos. We felt completely at ease knowing he was in such good hands and would happily book again.”
“Walter just had his first experience with Nicole and it was wonderful. Nicole is present, kind and a fantastic dog sitter. I highly recommend her and will be using her again.”
“Denis and Nikki took wonderful care of Maggie! they adopted her as if she was part of their family. the daily updates and pictures were a nice touch to know things were going well. if you are looking to leave your pup with a family that knows and truly cares about dogs, then i would highly recommend Denis and Nikki!”
“Marija was amazing! She sent a lot of pictures and updates during Rookie’s entire stay. It was so nice knowing she was safe and getting a lot of love while we were gone!”
“Yamile and her family and her pets have just been amazing. Yamile is Extremely responsive, followed a special diet, took her for walks , gave me frequent updates and generally took great care of my little girl while we were away!!! In fact she seemed sad to leave when it was time for her to come home. We have already booked a follow up stay!! Thanks yamile - you have been a life saver:)”
“Mark and Lori took great care of Reggie, our 10 year old lab. He required a little extra attention with meds etc, and they weren’t phased…sent pics and updates regularly.”
“My dog felt like he was at home with Lauren! Awesome experience throughout. I was given updates and pictures. Felt at ease during my vacation knowing my dog was well taken care of. Would definitely book again with Lauren!”
“Cindy is an amazing “step mom” to Rex. She and her family take great care of Rex and communicate very well. We also appreciate the pictures and videos she sends. Definitely recommend and will use her again and again!”
“Amy & Lamar are the best! Our pup loves spending time at their home. He’s always so excited when we drop him off. They send us pics and videos so we know he’s well taken care of.”
“My Chamie spent one night with them, she got back home so happy!! They are amazing people who loves dogs! Akemi sent me photos and updates about my dog. Definitely I’ll use their services again!”
“Bob was amazing with my 2 dogs! I have total trust in his care and the attention that he provided. My 2 are rescues and his temperament with them was just perfect. You can really tell that Bob enjoys dogs and cares for mine like his own! He also had excellent communication and went above and beyond providing updates and photos. What's more-when my flight was delayed Bob kept them for an extra night no questions asked which was amazing and so helpful. We will definitely be back!”
“Ella is kind, enthusiastic, and responsive and took great care of our 11 mo old dog! This was our first time using Rover, and I would absolutely recommend Ella to care for a friend’s beloved pet.”
“This was our first time our 6 year old dog, Kona, stayed over at another dog sitter's home. Our dog is anxious and slow to warm up to people. Jeff and Ron were very warm, welcoming, and patient with Kona. We received regular updates and pictures. Our dog was in good spirits when we picked him up. We will definitely contact Jeff and Ron in the future!”
“Thomas is an amazing sitter, and communicating with him is very smooth. He sends me photos of my dog and keeps me updated on how he's doing. He was very patient waiting for me before I picked up Echo. I will continue to use him as a sitter in the future.”
“Kiki had a great time staying at Melissa’s. She got along well with Melissa’s two dogs and Melissa sent us text updates with photos which gave us peace of mind that Kiki was acclimating well in the new environment. We will definitely keep Melissa in mind next time we need Rover!”
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