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madison pet sitter, Rebecca

Meet Madison WI Pet Sitter Extraordinaire, Rebecca!

Meet Madison WI Pet Sitter Extraordinaire, Rebecca! Rebecca grew up with an assortment of unusual pets and has two interesting hidden talents!

I’m in charge of: Making sure your furry friends get nice and tired by the end of their walk! There’s nothing better than a content pet afterward who wants to just lounge in their bed with a toy or a treat. Whatever specialized treatment your buddy needs, I’ll match it…and give them extra scratches and snuggles!

My furry family: I’ve grown up as one of the pack with dogs, hunted alongside barn cats, groomed and rode horses, critters such as rats, mice, and degus.

At the moment, my responsibility is to tire out and play with my roommate’s dog Charlie when he comes to visit and serve as the official couch/snuggle buddy for Azzie (as pictured here).

Super power: If I could have any supernatural power, it would be telepathy. That way I could see what my furry friends truly want at any moment without having to guess. Do they want a specific toy to play with, or a treat? What if they have an internal injury but don’t know how to convey it? The possibilities are endless! Plus, the idea of sharing a mind with a happy pet sounds pretty awesome.

Best Thing Ever: Having pets as ice breakers at social events! Our four-legged friends love the attention, and almost everyone has a funny pet story to share. It’s simple, but effective. My favorite story is how my family dog, Fletch, stole a loaf of bread from the neighbors and gave it to me, bragging and wagging his tail.

Hidden Talent: I’m a silver-level competitive ballroom dancer. I’m also synesthetic, a phenomenon best explained as experiencing blending of the senses (i.e. visualizing color when listening to music)…I discovered this about myself a few months ago! I just assumed everyone listened to music the same way I do until I read “Musicophelia” by Oliver Sacks.

Life Philosophy: Accept help and opportunities with grace, be polite in the worst circumstances, and find your true form of expression.

Downers Grove Pet Sitter Jen

OUG! Downers Grove Pet Sitters Celebrate Two Years of Jen

Have you met Downers Grove pet sitter, Jen? Get to know her! She has been wagging tails and rubbing bellies with Out-U-Go! for almost two years now, and you can catch her walking pups in the Hinsdale and Clarendon Hills area.

My Furry Family: My goldendoodle, Shiane and my cockateil, Mordecai.

Favorite Treat: Hostess cupcakes.

Favorite Game: Bags.

Best Toy Ever: Skip-it.

The best thing to do on a sunny day is… have a barbeque with my family and friends!

The best thing to do on a rainy day is… watch a movie.

Best Gift Ever: Rollerblades.

Superpower: Super healing power (like Wolverine from X-Men!).

Life Philosophy: If you’re not having fun, then what’s the point?

If I could say one thing to the whole world it would be… adopt your best friend from your local Humane Society!

Chicago pet sitter Dannielle

Meet Chicago Pet Sitter & Your B.F.F. (Best Friend’s Friend!), Dannielle!

Dannielle is an awesome Chicago Pet Sitter who biked her way through the Polar Vortex. She takes care of pups & kitties in the Loop!

My Favorite Animal (other than pups & kitties, of course!): Horses

My Favorite Game: Taboo, or anything that involves shouting funny things at my friends!

Best Gift Ever: A house cleaning coupon from a friend!

My Superpower Would Be: Flying.

Life Philosophy: Every single living being has something about them that is lovable.

Maren Madison Pet Sitter

Meet Maren, Capturer of Photos and the Hearts of Madison Pets!

When Maren is not cuddling with your furry family member, she will likely be found behind her camera!

I’m in charge of: Giver of belly rubs and walking adventures around the neighborhood!

My furry family: None at the moment, but I have dreams of a house full of dogs and cats!

Super power: Hmm… teleportation. That would be awesome! (And save lots of money on plane tickets!)

Best Thing Ever: A lazy Saturday morning with a hot cup of coffee and a good book.

Hidden Talent: Photography…when I’m not walking pups, I can most likely be found exploring the city with my camera.

Life Philosophy: “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.”
– MLK Jr

Downers-Grove-pet-sitter Lora

Meet Downers Grove Pet Sitter Lora & Her Interestingly Diverse Furry Family!

My furry family is: My pet rat Bonnie, my dog Bruiser, and my cats Oreo and Lucy.

My favorite walk is: A quick-paced walk in the warm sun with a cool breeze!

My favorite place to take a nap: On my big couch in the front room.

My favorite treat: Any type of ice cream or cheesecake!

Best toy ever: Bop It!

Best thing to do on a sunny day: Go for a long relaxing walk and lay in the grass.

Best thing to do on a rainy day: Stay inside under the blankets with a warm drink and a movie.

Best gift ever: My pet fish!

Life Philosophy: Live, laugh, love!

If I could say one thing to the whole world it would be: “Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value” -Albert Einstein

Oak Park Pet Sitter Gretchen and her pugs

Meet Oak Park Pet Sitter & Your B.F.F. (Best Friend’s Friend!), Gretchen!

Gretchen has been walking pups with us for nearly a year now. She is best friend to many a pup in Oak Park!

My Furry Family: Two silly pugs, Gus & Lulu!

Favorite Animal (besides pups & kitties, of course!): “Moo!” Cows πŸ™‚

Favorite Game: Pounce, the card game.

Best Gift Ever: Pair of Doc Martens!

My superpower would be: Super speed!

Life Philosophy: Enjoy your life…don’t waste it wishing you had someone else’s!

south loop pet sitter aya

OUG! South Loop & Hyde Park Celebrates Awesome Pet Sitter, Aya!

Many of you know her! She is a dog walking, kitty scratching, house sitting extraordinaire!

We just celebrated our second year anniversary with this fantastic lady on our staff. I know I speak for everyone when I say THANK YOU for these incredible two years!

Hillary in Denver with her dog and cat

Meet Hillary, OUG! Denver’s Longest-Serving Expert Veteran Pet Sitter!

I’m in charge of: Being your pet’s best friend who they think you know nothing about! I am the giver of all things wonderful. Walks, treats, love…Oh my!

My furry family:

  • Kiwi, my pug. She is my heart. And best friend. She is the cutest, sweetest pug who ever pugged. And the ruler of the cats.
  • Weezer is the best cat ever. No, seriously, everyone says so. Just don’t leave your eyeglasses out! ::chomp::
  • Stacia is a black and white beauty who has an affinity for stinky shoes, licking wet hair, and meowing “now!” when it’s dinner time.
  • Nunu is a delicate beast of a cat who will talk your ear off if you let her.
  • Bug is a feral cat with a heart of gold. He is the funniest little guy, if he lets you see that side of him.
  • My super power: It’s a tie between being invisible or reading minds! Imagine the possibilities!

Best thing ever: Coconut anything!

Hidden Talent: Parallel parking. Composing and singing songs for my pets and yours! Planning and hosting themed parties.

Life Philosophy: You get what you give. Also: if it feels good, do it twice!

Elly Denver Pet Sitter

Meet Denver’s Dog Whisperer, Elly!

I’m in charge of: Providing much needed relief, fresh air, and endless love, plus long walks along the shore of Sloan’s Lake and around the Highlands ‘hood.

My Furry Family:

  • Lola Belle (Australian Shepard, Lab, Rottweiler Mix, 8 years old): The love of my life, my soul mate, super spooner, snow bunny, protector, loyal friend, cuddle bug, therapist, work-out partner, beautiful brown eyes…she totally understands me.
  • Sancho (Boxer/Beagle Mix, 6 years old): My man on the side, my partner in crime, my prince charming, sweet baby boy, master jumper…(8 feet!).
  • Sinbad (short-haired kitty cat, 12 years old): Handsome, powerful, strong and confident. Owns the neighborhood (or so he thinks), and although he hates to admit it, he is beginning to like to cuddle with his Mommy and his human brother Ashton more and more.
  • Grace (A.K.A. Barf) (Kitty, 12 years old): Misunderstood and very sweet. She thinks the baby’s room is her own and loves to bask in the sun.

Hidden Talent: Wicked Dance Moves, and due to my past life as a dog, I would be perfectly content sleeping all day, receiving a head massage, eating, and taking a few walks a day. I understand pups’ every want and need…The Dog Whisperer if you will…

Life Philosophy: I love life and love livin’ it. Smile at everyone you come across or that chooses to acknowledge and/or make eye contact with you. Happiness or sadness is contagious! Open your arms and home to a dog…truly the best friend you will ever have.

Super Power: The ability to snap my fingers and produce enough money to own and operate a dog rescue and find homes and loving families for all the homeless pets throughout the world!!!

Downers Grove pet sitter Lille

Meet Downers Grove Pet Sitter, Lille, and her Furry Family!

My furry family is: My little guy is Pav, a six-year-old rescue Chihuahua/Terrier mix, and my personal teddy bear is my sister’s dog Percy, a Cardigan Welsh Corgi.

My favorite walk is: Anywhere that is clear and sunny!

My favorite place to take a nap: Anywhere Pav and/or Percy are! Snuggling with them always guarantees a good nap!

My favorite treat: Sushi!

My favorite games: Scrabble and Words with Friends!

Best toys ever: Kong and laser pointer! It is so fun to see Pav go crazy over them. He finds so many smart ways to beat them, it amazes me!

Best thing to do on a sunny day: Take a leisurely walk or sit on the balcony.

Best thing to do on a rainy day: Snuggle with Pav and Percy, and watch a good TV show!

Best gift ever: Pav!

My super power would be: Telekinesis…that would be pretty useful!