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60 dog sitters are listed in Des Plaines, IL

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 4 years

Dog sitters in Des Plaines, IL

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Becca V.


Des Plaines, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Dog Sitting

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I provide dog sitting in your home or my own whichever is more comfortable for you. I am experienced with 4 years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming if needed.
Becca can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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Mandy S.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

One Love Pet Sitter

5.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I offer Pet Sitting+ Mobile grooming & at my home! (Pick up & drop off service available upon request) I have 15+ years of experience. I am very patient, loving, and trusting. I am a full time pet sitter with lots of love to give! Any help you need please contact me to book service or meeting. I treat all animals with the...
Mandy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Mandy is great with dogs, she's attentive to their needs, takes very good care of them Walks with them, plays with them, and even talks to them (ha ha ha) All in all she's wonderful with my dog and others"

Karie M.

I provide dog sitting in your home. I love dogs of all breeds and sizes. I am empathetic and pay attention to the to the dogs behavior and health, and physical condition.
Sharon can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Anna K.


Des Plaines, IL

$30-50/hr7 yrs exp

5 Star Rated Dog Sitter

I have my own Boxer puppy who's 8 years old. I have had him since he was 11 weeks old and have trained him myself. He listens to his commands in Greek. I am firm but loving and affectionate. I'm all about the routine and making sure the pup feels loved and secure. I enjoy taking lots of long walks and playing outside. Let me...
Anna can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Virginia R.


Des Plaines, IL

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Virginia

I love Dogs/ Cats, but dogs will always hold a special place in my heart. Your Puppy/ Dog will enjoy every bit of our time together as much as I am. Take a moment and relax as your pet enjoys adventures with the best dog care Lady! My Doggy care routine fits into my schedule because I'm able to schedule around my family time...
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Bonded and insured

I love animals with a passion. I have two dogs myself, a pitbull and a shiba. I am comfortable pet sitting, giving baths, going for walks, and keep your pet company.
Alesha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Vicky W.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Pet-sitter or Dog Walker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an animal lover and have owned pets all my life - dogs, cats, hamsters, and fish. I will care for your pet as if my own. I am a certified Vet's Assistant from Animal Behavioral College. I have walked a Great Dane and Greater Swiss Mountain dogs in Glenview, and have house sat with a Bengal Cat, Swiss Mountain dogs, Boston...
Vicky can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Vicky is a great companion to our young and active dog. Her calm nature and joyful attitude keeps Buddy eager for her appointments! We have been very pleased with this relationship. Five-Star*"

Joanne R.

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Iwona C.


Des Plaines, IL

$20-27/hr

Caring And Friendly Dog Person

Hello, I would like to take care of your dog. I love dogs, have one myself. I can take good care of your dog by feeding, taking for a walk. I can do sitting and boarding as well.
Iwona can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
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Giedre A.


Des Plaines, IL

$10-15/hr

Part-time Pet Sitter Available

I look after five unique pets on a daily basis at home: three dogs and two cats. I have also volunteered at my local veterinary clinic, Northwest Animal Hospital, for about 150 hours.
Giedre can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
I am open to watch pets as well! I have four dogs! I can walk, feed, and do whatever you need me to do. I am pretty flexible over the summer to some extent and am just looking for some extra places where I can help!
Erin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Gillian B.


Des Plaines, IL

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Attentive, Experienced Pet Sitter

I love cats and dogs and have worked with them for more than 20 years. I am a trustworthy, punctual and kind teacher who loves time with animals over the summer.
Gillian can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
As of 2015 I became a stay at home mom, but prior I worked as a veterinary technician for nearly 10 years. My goal is to combine my love of animals while raising a family. The services I am offering are dog walking, cat sitting, nail trimming, anal glad expression, ear cleaning and medication administration. I have experience...
Laura can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet walking

Cassandra G.


Des Plaines, IL

$13-30/hr8 yrs exp

Wiggle Walks

I have 8 years of experience and I can help you with Dog Walking, Cat Care & Pet Sitting. I mostly walk dogs but I have cared for many animals. Birds, fish, cats, raccoons, wild and domesticated rabbits, snakes, and other rodents it's a long list! I've been doing this since a young girl and now I've made it into my business and...
Cassandra can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Bonded and insured

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Jennifer M.


Wheeling, IL

$42/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified teacher (background checked), animal lover, and former Lincoln Park Zoo Docent available for pet sitting. In addition, I was a vet tech before going to college with over 20 years experience in pet sitting. I am available for in-home dog boarding or at my home. My minimum rate is $42 a day to 50 dollars per day....
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Jennifer recently made twice daily visits to watch our three cats for a 6 day vacation. We really were able to enjoy our vacation because it was obvious that not only was she was a cat lover, but also someone who made the effort to communicate frequently via text,...

Bob G.

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Veronica A.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr6 yrs exp

The Kind Of Care Your Pets Deserve

Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood

My name is Veronica. I've been pet sitting for 6 years and I am also a veterinary technician been in the field for 5 years. I currently work at an emergency veterinary hospital that sees dogs, cats and exotics. I'm very experienced in caring for all species. I have the experience to care for animals that need the extra care. I'm...
Veronica can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation
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Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"She comes to provide subcutaneous fluids assistance to my cat and has been very helpful. She is teaching me how to do it. She is kind and very professional. Highly recommend."

Katherine E.

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Jessika F.


Schiller Park, IL

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Care Taker

I have been a dog sitter for almost two years helping teachers and friends with their fury friends while they are on vacation or out of town. I do dog walking services for dogs. I am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets.
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Yuleima B.


Prospect Heights, IL

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, If you are looking for a pet sitter I can definitely help. I Can provide boarding, I have a big fenced back yard and plenty of space to play. I do not have any pets. I go for a walk every day so if you are looking for an active sitter to take your dog on walks I can help. I have experience with cats and dogs. Fully...
Yuleima can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Amy W.


Wheeling, IL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun-loving Pet Caregiver

I am willing to provide pet-sitting and/or dog-walking services. I have been around dogs since I was very young, and currently have a young Shepherd mix back at home. I have experience sitting for dogs (puppies-elderly), as well as cats. I am comfortable with dogs of all ages and sizes. I volunteered at the Naperville Area...
Amy can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Amy is a trustworthy, conscientious and caring individual. She took care of our house and our aging dog while we were out of town. Amy exhibits great patience with our dog and works to understand her unique needs. Would hire Amy again in a heartbeat. "

Rob S.

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Michelle R.


Mount Prospect, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Dog Walker / Sitter

I'm an animal advocate and involved in animal rescue. I have experience walking, feeding, giving medication, bathing, light grooming, playing and of course loving on dogs!
Michelle can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting

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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Des Plaines, IL

Mandy S.

5.0

Mandy is great with dogs, she's attentive to their needs, takes very good care of them Walks with them, plays with them, and even talks to them (ha ha ha) All in all she's wonderful with my dog and others

- Karie M.

Vicky W.

5.0

Vicky is a very trusted dog watcher when we head out of town! She's flexible, communicative, and takes great care of our pup!

- Becky G.

Jennifer M.

5.0

Jennifer recently made twice daily visits to watch our three cats for a 6 day vacation. We really were able to enjoy our vacation because it was obvious that not only was she was a cat lover, but also someone who made the effort to communicate frequently via text, e-mail and VM plus sent pics from...

- Bob G.

Veronica A.

5.0

Veronica is very trustworthy and dependable. She took a daily picture of Oscar, which was very nice.

- Suzanne M.

Amy W.

5.0

Amy is a trustworthy, conscientious and caring individual. She took care of our house and our aging dog while we were out of town. Amy exhibits great patience with our dog and works to understand her unique needs. Would hire Amy again in a heartbeat.

- Rob S.

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Dog Sitters in Des Plaines, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters.