Create your free account

Continue exploring thousands of sits with our free account.

Sign up with GoogleSign up with Google
or
Minimum 10 characters

Get cute pets and amazing homes in your inbox! By creating an account, you are agreeing to our privacy policy and to receive the latest sits and discounts by email. You can unsubscribe at any time.

Already have an account?Log in

Cozy home just outside Chicago

Chicago, IL, US
  • 1dog
  • 1cat

Dates

Sasha
Pet parent

Sitter needed:

18
Apr2025
-
20
Apr2025

Know someone whoā€™d love this sit?

Share this listing

email
Gallery
Gallery

Know someone whoā€™d love this sit?

Share this listing

email

Introduction

Hi! We are Doug and Sasha. We have a British Shorthair "Ilam"(6, 'eye-lum') and a Japanese Chin "Gizmo" (12). Theyā€™re lots of fun and are low maintenance. Doug is a researcher and I used to teach elementary school, Iā€™m now a stay at homeā€¦

Home & location

Our house is located in Tinley Park which is a quiet and very kid friendly neighborhood outside of Chicago. There is a train station .5 mi away from our home with a great coffee shop and a train that leaves every half hour to the cityā€¦

houseHousefamilyFamily friendlycityCityAccessible by public transport

Amenities

Amenities

Bedroom

Beds

KingQueen

Bedding and pillows

Internet & Office

Wifi

High-speed

Dedicated workspace

OfficeDesk

Kitchen

Stove

Electric

Oven

Microwave

Coffee maker

Toaster

Kettle

Fridge

Freezer

Dishwasher

Blender

Cooking basics

Pots, pans, cutlery, glasses, oil, salt & pepper

Heating & Cooling

Air conditioning

Heating

Central

Bathroom

Bath

Shower

Shampoo

Hairdryer

Bathroom essentials

Towels, toilet paper, soap

Outdoor Spaces & Leisure

Hot tub

Garden

Terrace

Barbecue

Parking & Transport

Parking

Free off-street parking

Seating Areas

Sofa

Dining area

Entertainment

TV

Streaming services

Stereo

Safety & Security

Security camera

External camera monitoring the property

Fire alarm

Fire extinguisher

Carbon monoxide alarm

First aid kit

Cleaning

Washer

Dryer

Vacuum cleaner

Iron

Wifi (High-speed)Free off-street parkingHot tubGardenTerrace

Responsibilities

Gizmo enjoys 2-3 walks a day around the block, he gets a carrot piece after each walk. He can also be let out into the yard to pee but does not get a carrot for doing this. :) Ilam is very playful and social for a cat. He is mellow, enjoysā€¦

Meet the pets

  • Gizmo

    Japanese Chin

    12 years

  • Ilam

    British Shorthair

    7 years

Sitter reviews (9)

Avatar
Kim

Gizmo and Ilam were so much fun to sit for!!! Both are sweethearts:) Sasha and Doug were great hosts and their lovely home is convenient to local restaurantsā€¦

  • 1dog
  • 1cat
Stayed Ā· 24 Dec - 30 Dec 2024
Avatar
Daniel

Mich and I had a great time housesitting for Sascha and Doug in Albuquerque. Their home was in a beautiful area: quiet, serene, and safe, with endlessā€¦

  • 1dog
  • 1cat
Stayed Ā· 06 Jul - 19 Jul 2024
Avatar
Robert

Doug and Sasha were great hosts. Gizmo and Ilam were a joy to care for. We recommend this sit for anyone.

  • 1dog
  • 1cat
Stayed Ā· 23 Mar - 29 Mar 2024
Avatar
Janet

Sitting for Gizmo and Ilam was such a treat! They are loving, fun, sweet, and easy. Ilam is very calm, loves affection, and is full of personality. He spentā€¦

  • 1dog
  • 1cat
Stayed Ā· 16 Feb - 18 Feb 2024
Avatar
Samantha

Gizmo is so stinking cute and sweet. Heā€™s not a big cuddler but loves to chase his turtle toy. Ilam is very friendly and soft! A beautiful home and such aā€¦

  • 1dog
  • 1cat
Stayed Ā· 22 Sep - 24 Sep 2023

Location map

  1. United States
  2. chevron-right
  3. Illinois
  4. chevron-right
  5. Chicago