Evanston has 34,095 homes, and 16,862 of them are in buildings of five or more units. That is why so many cats here live in apartments near Downtown Evanston or Central Street, where a drop-in visit covers feeding, water and the litter box. Another 11,068 homes are detached houses, and a dog in one of those usually does best with an overnight stay at your place or the sitter's, so the routine stays the same. Neighborhoods such as the Ridge and Lakeshore Historic Districts, West Village and South Evanston each have their own mix, so pick a sitter who works near your block and save yourself the commute on a short visit.
Evanston, IL
Pet sitters, cat sitting and dog walking in Evanston, IL
Evanston owners pay the sitter's own rate with a 0% owner fee, and cashback after each booking lowers the next one, which helps when District 65 and Northwestern break in December.
0% owner fee + cashback
$59better off on Petme
$420
On Petme$407+$13 Cashback
Typical platforms$466+$46 Owner fee · 11-15%
Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays cashback (capped at $20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.
Evanston, IL
Booking a sitter in Evanston on Petme
0% owner fee
0% owner fee: you pay the sitter's own rate, from Central Street down to Howard Street.
Cashback toward your next booking
Cashback after every completed booking lands in your Petme balance, so the next one costs less after fall break.
ID and background checked
Every sitter is ID-verified and background-checked before taking bookings, including those who work near Noyes.
Photos, videos and reviews
Sitters can share photos and videos of their work, and owners leave reviews, so you can read up before a walk to Lighthouse Beach.
Verified pet sitters in Evanston
ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.
5 average from 18 reviews by Evanston pet parents
Ruth H.
Availability confirmed 14d ago
Usually replies within a few days
As a lifelong dog and cat lover, I understand that your furry friends are family. I’m here to provide personalized, loving care tailored to their needs. With 5 years of experience pet sitting, I offer
Wilmette
From €20
Mayah
Availability confirmed 7d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Experienced Cat Sitter
Chicago
From $10
Emily M.
Availability confirmed 2d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Chicago cat sitter!
Chicago
From $15
Emily Allen
Availability confirmed 2d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
compassionate and dedicated pet lover around Lincoln Square
Chicago
From $11
Alaina
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Hello! My name is Alaina, and im mom to two pups, my sweet Thanos (6 years old/pitbull) and my old man Dallas (10 years old/shih tzu). Life can get really busy, and I’m more than happy to help out and
Chicago
From $15
Stephanie H
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Usually replies within a few days
I love caring for animals and truly enjoy the time I spend with them! I am a firm believer that our pets are also our children!
Chicago
From $20
Meghan
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Usually replies within an hour
Available for dog walks in Lincoln Park. I'm passionate about providing dogs with the love, attention, and care they deserve.
Chicago
From $19
Andrea
Availability confirmed 3d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Your pet is your best friend, and you deserve the best🐶🐈🥰
Chicago
From $25
Diane
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
I will take care of your pets as I would want mine to be taken care of! 🐾💓
Chicago
From $13
Catherine
Availability confirmed 3d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Available for walking along with drop-in visits, feeding, playtime, overnight care and boarding for dogs and cats.
Chicago
From $20
Luciana Z Gutierrez Pedraza
Availability confirmed 9d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
WFH Flexible One family at a time
Wheeling
From $20
Erica
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Your pets new best friend 💁🏻♀️🥰
Lake Forest
From $15
Monica
Availability confirmed 14d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Cuddles not cages
Bridgeview
From $25
Azra
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
hello I’m here as a animal lover looking to take care of your pets ! I had/have pets of my own ever since I was 5 so you can be sure they love me as much as Iove them!
Orland Park
From $15
Typical rates
What sitters in Evanston usually charge
Sitters set their own rates. These are the usual ranges for the area; Petme adds no owner fee on top.
Drop-in visits
$20 to $31 a visit
Dog walking
$19 to $31 a walk
Apartments downtown, detached houses elsewhere
Lake winters and hot July days
Winters in Evanston test the heating more than the cat. The Chicago Botanic Garden station logs 127.5 nights a year below freezing, and 7.8 of them fall below zero, four of those in January. A winter visit starts with the thermostat and the water bowl. Summer turns it around: July nights stay near 63 degrees, yet 17 days a year reach 90, so a top-floor apartment keeps the air conditioning on. Travel peaks twice. District 65 closes for fall break from November 23 to 27 and for winter recess from December 21 to January 1, while Northwestern's recess covers December 24 to January 1 and its spring break runs March 20 to 29.
Dog beach, Dog E-Town and home limits
Off-leash time in Evanston happens at the Evanston Dog Beach and at Grey Park Dog Park, known as Dog E-Town, which are the usual stops for a long midday walk. Ladd Arboretum and the North Shore Channel Trail suit a steadier loop, and Lighthouse Beach is a short trip from the lakefront blocks of Northeast Evanston. Zoning section 6-5-5 caps home dog sitting and daycare at three dogs over four months old, the host's own pets included, so ask a hosting sitter how many dogs will be in the house while yours stays. Tell your sitter which spot your dog prefers, and how it behaves around other dogs, before the first walk.
Pet care services in Evanston
Pet Boarding
Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Evanston
Dog Walking
Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Evanston
House Sitting
In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Evanston
Drop-in Visits
Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Evanston
Doggy Daycare
Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Evanston
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Pet sitters near Evanston
FAQ
Questions from Evanston pet owners
How do I find a pet sitter in Evanston?
Open the Petme app on iOS or Android and browse sitters near your Evanston address, from Central Street to Howard Street. Each profile shows reviews and sometimes photos or videos of past work. Message a sitter, agree the dates and book inside the app.
Who offers cat sitting in Evanston?
Evanston sitters on Petme who list cat sitting do drop-in visits for food, water and the litter box, and some stay overnight. Over 16,000 homes here are in apartment buildings, so a short daily visit is common. Check each sitter's reviews before you book.
What does a dog walker in Evanston cost?
You pay the sitter's own rate, with no owner fee on top, and the sitter sets it. After each completed booking, cashback lands in your Petme balance and is applied to the next one, so the next walk costs less. The page above lists typical local ranges.
Is dog sitting in Evanston safe for my dog?
Every Evanston sitter on Petme is ID-verified and background-checked before they can take bookings. Owners leave reviews, and sitters can post photos and videos. Petme's Protection Plan helps pay eligible vet bills from a booking, up to $22,000.
Can I book house sitting in Evanston?
Sitters who offer house sitting stay at your home and keep the routine going, which suits the winter recess and spring break. You agree the dates in the app. Ask about heating checks if you travel between December and February.
Where can a dog walker take my dog in Evanston?
Walkers usually head to the Evanston Dog Beach, Grey Park Dog Park, Ladd Arboretum or the North Shore Channel Trail. The dog beach and Dog E-Town are the dog-specific spots, so they suit a long midday walk. Tell your sitter which one your dog prefers.
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