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609 dog sitters are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Chicago, IL
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I am a true animal lover. I grew up caring for 2 well cared for and loved dogs. I have had dogs and various pets my entire life. If you are in need of someone to walk your pet, or pet sit when you have to go out of town I would love to assist. I am a full time student, but I have a pretty flexible. I can provide meals, play and...
Malorie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
I am here to take care of your baby, whether it be furry or scaled or feathered. My husband and I raised reptiles, and I have owned many dogs, cats, hamsters over the years. I have done bird sitting for weeks at a time and know how funny and tricky and wonderful they can be! I will treat your babies as my own.
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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Bonded and insured
I provide dog, cat, and animal care in the comfort of your home! I am an experienced pet care provider, and have worked with animals since I was a child. I can provide excellent references, and love every animal I get to spend time with!
Catherine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
My name is Bria, I'm very passionate about animals and have a dog and cat at home! I'm the first person any of my friends will call if they need a pet walker/sitter. I will give your animals all of the love and attention they need and more! I'm very tidy, organized, and responsible so I will always leave your home in a better...
Bria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Tamia M.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Tamia can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hey Fur Families! My name is Alyssa, I am 24 years old.
I have been in the dog walking & house sitting career for a few years now, I've only animal/house- Sat for friends of friends/ family , and friends of my family. With me your pets will receive appropriate care and I'm willing to do other tasks if requested! I have been...
Alyssa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have 10 years of experience caring for cats, and love to run around, walk, and snuggle dogs. Though I do not have paid professional experience, I do have many years of house-sitting/dog-sitting experience, and I am looking to gain more!
Sierra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Brenda
Since I can remember, I have always been loved animals. My grandma teaching me how amazing they are. I started pet sitting when I was 10 years old with my chihuahua called Jane and for them my experience is from having my own pets like 3 cats, Maleficent, Baloo and Benito, and also a big black dog, her...
Brenda can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started working with animals when I got a summer job as a kennel tech in high school. Since then, I've been pet sitting on and off, roughly 4+ years professionally, and worked at a cat shelter a couple years ago.
I always wanted animal care to be a part of my career. Pet-sitting has allowed me to sustain my passion for...
Aidan can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Passionate dog lover dedicated to your pet's hapiness and well-being. Experienced and thrustworthy caregiver.
Isabela can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Out of my 22 years of life, only four of them were spent without me owning a dog! I've had four dogs and have cared for many more. My entire extended family is extremely keen on dogs, and growing up, I was the go to sitter or walker. One of my dogs was a Boxer, so I'm a pro at wrangling even the bulkiest boofers. My first dog...
Ahlora can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking
Hey! I am a college student in the Chicago area. I am very experienced with caring for dogs and I would love to help you with your pet needs from walking to play!
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Kamara. After taking a year off from providing home services for a role as an operations assistant, I am again seeking cleaning, pet sitting, and home management roles due to the greater flexibility this allows in my schedule.
My professional housekeeping experience includes two seasonal positions cleaning guest...
Kamara can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Kamara helped us with housekeeping for several weeks and was always punctual, professional, thorough, and trustworthy. She was comfortable with our dog and we would have been happy to have her do pet sitting for us as well. Highly recommend her!"
Annie D.
Hello! My name is Kelly and I am an animal care taker here in Chicago! I've been in the industry for 7 years, and worked for the top pet sitting agency in the US for four years. I now own my own pet sitting business based in Wicker Park! I've had a veterinarian internship where I was trained to administer sub-q' s, insulin...
Kelly can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
As a pet enthusiast I am flexible in my duties! I can provide pet sitting, pet walking, pet feeding, etc! I am an experienced dog walker/sitter, however all animals are welcome. I love animals of all shapes and sizes, and can groom/wash upon request.
Mckenzie can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
I love taking care of friendly cats and dogs. I have two of each of my own. I hope to meet yours and give them the pets they deserve!
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide pet care for cats and dogs in your own home. I have experience pet-sitting and I love to interact with cats, dogs, and other animals. I am able to walk pets, feed, administer medicine, housekeeper, and more.
Alexandra can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Guilherme F.
Chicago, IL
$20-21/hr
I absolutely adore animals and thought this would be a great way to keep busy while doing something I love. I am available for cat/dog sitting or walking. Please feel free to reach out if I can help at all. Thank you!
Guilherme can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Rafaella P.
Chicago, IL
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love dog sit and cat sit. Already did for several friends and I'm willing to keep doing it. I also always had pets.
Rafaella can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Chelsea R.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr
Experience Dog walker and mother to a cat. I have over three years of experiencing sitting for both dogs cats and fish. I am available for weekly visits and occasional help as well.
Chelsea can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Chicago, IL
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Chicago, IL?
Dog sitters near you in Chicago, IL can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Chicago, IL?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Chicago, IL to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Chicago, IL is $16.55.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Chicago, IL?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Chicago, IL. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Chicago, IL?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Chicago, IL we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Chicago, IL?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Chicago, IL, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.
Ratings for Chicago, IL dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Dog Sitters in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 174 reviews of the 609 listed dog sitters.