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Amy C.
Cary, IL
$15-20/hr
I have three cats of my own. Always willing to cat sit when you are away. I am willing to watch dogs as well.
Amy can also help with: Pet sitting
Shayla S.
Huntley, IL
$15-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Shay, and I'm thrilled to offer my 2 years of pet sitting experience to your furry (and scaly) family members. I can watch dogs, hypoallergenic cats, reptiles, and other household pets, and I'm comfortable caring for up to 3 pets at a time. Whether it's pet sitting, walking, or just providing lots of love and...
Shayla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello there!
My name is Ashley and I have a passion for pets! They deserve nothing but the best and I'm so excited to provide that service. I've been a proud cat owner for 13 years and have been pet sitting for 11 years. I've mainly cared for cats and dogs but welcome all animals! Im so grateful for this opportunity and look...
Ashley can also help with: Pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I love pets will walk, play, and feed your pet. I have a dog, cat, and five ducks of mine own. I have no formal training just a love for animals.
Caylee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide dog walking and sitting in your home. I love animals and have a dog (and a cat) of my own so, I know how important they are to you. I will make sure they are being taken care of and loved! I have past experience in dog sitting/walking. I became close with a family and their dog (a St. Bernard) and now he comes and has...
Rebecca can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
I am looking for dog walking positions and positions where I can take care of cats and dogs at people's homes. I am also open to caring for other animals. I have a pet cat and have grown up with pets my whole life. I've owned 3 dogs and 5 cats throughout my childhood and adulthood. I have walked my neighbor's dogs in the past...
Ulyana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Seeking a position in Pet Care
I'm an outgoing, friendly and trustworthy pet sitter/pet care provider. I have over 40 years experience in handling and nurturing pets of all shapes and sizes, and safety is always my top priority.
I'm looking for work where I can use my genuine love for animals and experience to provide proper...
Barb can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine
Lucy N.
Barrington, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have taken care of animals all my life and I am also a very good dog sitter as well, growing up I have always had an animal in my house I will say about four dogs we had so far I still have three right now. And I ask have three cats as well! Also the area I am living at allowed up to have a chicken coop so I am also taking...
Lucy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have many years experience with dog and cats. I love animals. Currently have 3 dogs at home. I will take care of your pets as if they were my own. Look forward to hearing from you.
Sherita can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have been caring for pets for 50 years. I have had 10 dogs, many cats, rabbits, ducks, parakeets, hamsters, salamanders, fish, turtles, even took care of a monkey. But dogs are really my specialty. I hope to start a pet-sitting business in the future, and am really looking forward to that.
Linda can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, grooming, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine & more
5.0
(7)
I have been house sitting and pet sitting for five years. I have experience with dogs, including two or three at a time, cats, birds, turtles, and other small animals. I love animals and taking care of them. Dogs are my favorite. I love taking long walks and playing out in the yard. I have two dogs myself and love taking care of...
Elisabeth can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Liz is wonderful to work with. Our son needed extra help with Algebra and Organization Skills. Liz jumped in and provided high energy, high compassion tutoring and encouragement. She had him using his planner more often to capture his assignments and to plan ahead...
Patti Anne A.
5.0
(2)
My love of animals started on the first day I was brought home from the hospital and my first two dogs used to take turns staying by my side. To me, our pets are family. This passion for animals started with my grandfather who passed it on to my mother who then passed this love on to me. I cannot think of a house without having...
Karan can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Karan is a super reliable pet sitter. I know I can count on her to check in on my cats while I'm away and that she is spending time with them. Karan also makes sure to send updates with pictures of the animals so you can see how they're doing. I've had her watch my...
Cathryn W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can provide pet sitting in your own home. Experienced cat and dog sitter with great references. Also am able to dog walk.
Sophia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced pet sitter with over a decade of experience sitting for a variety of pets. I am available for feed/walk visits and extended care (vacation sitting). I am also great with kids and have references available for contact. I love to help however I can and am willing to do light chores and errands if needed.
I...
Amanda can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation, daily feeding & more
5.0
"I have been using Amanda for years and LOVE her service! She is very helpful, is always on time, and my dogs love it when she comes to walk them. I would recommend her to anyone!"
Ashley C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love animals they have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I grew up riding horses at many different farms with my two childhood dogs and have taken care of each one of them with love. I currently have a pet pig named Wilbur and two bunnies named Bugs Bunny and Lola and a dog named Natsu they are my whole...
Bryonna can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Bryonna was really good with our cat and dog. When we got back, neither was nearly as lonely as when I leave them with a neighbor or just my son. I'll hire her again in the future!"
Becky B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had pets in my house, I grow up with dogs, birds and hamster. I also lived an year with a cat. I love animals and I miss them in my daily life, so I'm looking for a part time job. I can do sitter in your own home, walk, feed, administrate medicine if you teach me and play with them.
Rafaela can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Rafaela is fantastic! She's incredibly hardworking, friendly and flexible. She's helped with everything from tidying rooms and laundry to organizing and running all kinds of errands. And, our dog loves her. Rafaela is smart + has great taste. This is helpful...
Amanda T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been pet sitting for almost two years now. I have taken care of a variety of animals including: multiple dogs, gerbils, bearded dragons, cats, and fish. And I can provide references upon request.
Grace can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She is absolutely amazing and did exactly what we asked!!! Our dog can be a little bit of a handful but she was so great with him and we are so thankful she was able to pet sit for us!!! Definitely going to be my go to person from now on! I'm a little particular...
Makayla F.
I've been pet sitting for a while now, including boarding. Often helping out family members and friends with their pets as well, especially during the holidays. I'm attentive and caring for your loved fur babies, making sure they get exercise when needed and that they're happy! I have experience with dogs cats and smaller pets...
Sintija can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
I used to work at a pet boarding facility as dog walker in high school :) It was a great job because seeing dogs happy is priceless. I remember the first dog I ever walked was a sweetheart German Shepherd named Pia. She was a regular. So I had the opportunity to walk her multiple times and I enjoyed each one. I also remember a...
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking
I have had cats and dogs all my life. Lots of cats and dogs! At one time we had 3 dogs and 8 cats. We've always opened our home to stray animals and hard luck stories. We had 2 dogs pass away within the last year an 18-year-old black lab and a 17-year-old whippet. We are currently fostering dogs we rescued from a high kill...
Linda can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Lake in the Hills, IL
Elisabeth R.
5.0
Liz is wonderful to work with. Our son needed extra help with Algebra and Organization Skills. Liz jumped in and provided high energy, high compassion tutoring and encouragement. She had him using his planner more often to capture his assignments and to plan ahead accordingly. She also was very...
- Patti Anne A.
Karan K.
5.0
Karan is dependable and trustworthy. My dog who had trust issues took to her right away. I never had to worry about the care he received when he was with her. I highly recommend Karan.
- Arlene D.
Amanda N.
5.0
I have been using Amanda for years and LOVE her service! She is very helpful, is always on time, and my dogs love it when she comes to walk them. I would recommend her to anyone!
- Ashley C.
Bryonna F.
5.0
Bryonna was able to help us out during a family emergency. Since I'm in a different state I was very stressed about finding immediate care for my son's cat. Bryonna stepped up to the place with grace, humor, and a very kind heart. I felt immediate trust and kitty loved her. We will surely use her...
- Matthew S.
Rafaela D.
5.0
Rafaela is fantastic! She's incredibly hardworking, friendly and flexible. She's helped with everything from tidying rooms and laundry to organizing and running all kinds of errands. And, our dog loves her. Rafaela is smart + has great taste. This is helpful because when I give here a vague shopping...
- Amanda T.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Lake in the Hills, IL
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Lake in the Hills, IL?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Lake in the Hills, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $16.00 per hour as of March, 2025. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.
How can I find a local cat sitter near me in Lake in the Hills, IL?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Lake in the Hills, IL. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 2 cat sitters in Lake in the Hills, IL, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What questions should I ask a cat sitter in an interview near me in Lake in the Hills, IL?
The best cat sitters near you in Lake in the Hills, IL have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.
Is it safe to leave my cat with a cat sitter near me in Lake in the Hills, IL?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Lake in the Hills, IL if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.
How experienced are cat sitters near me in Lake in the Hills, IL?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Lake in the Hills, IL, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.